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Iran has been elected chair of the Asia-Pacific Group within the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), marking a significant step in its international diplomacy. As the largest entity in the Human Rights Council, this role allows Iran to coordinate group activities and direct human rights initiatives related to the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights. The presidency, led by Ali Bahraini, Iran’s Ambassador to the UN in Geneva, commenced this week and will last until the end of 2025. This position enables Iran to play a pivotal role in shaping human rights policies in the region.
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Judiciary Chief Gholam-Hossein Mohseni Ejei of Iran appealed to Indian counterpart Sanjiv Khanna for the extradition of convicts during the 20th Meeting of Chief Justices of SCO in Hangzhou, China. He emphasized the need to facilitate extradition for Iranian and Indian convicts deserving legal remission, particularly non-professional criminals. Iran is ready to sign a memorandum with India on legal cooperation and share experiences in electronic proceedings and judicial digitalization. Mohseni Ejei also called for enhanced collaboration among SCO and BRICS nations to address global challenges, while critiquing Western perspectives on terrorism and human rights.
The Arab League summit in Baghdad prompted a strong reaction from Iranian officials regarding claims about the three islands—Greater Tunb, Lesser Tunb, and Abu Musa. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei dismissed these assertions, asserting that the islands are “an integral and eternal part of Iran.” He criticized the discussion as “unacceptable,” emphasizing that such claims contradict the United Nations Charter and international law. Baqaei urged the Arab League to acknowledge the historical realities of the Persian Gulf and called for fostering regional relations instead of making “baseless claims.” Iran maintains its sovereignty over the islands and seeks mutual respect among neighboring nations.
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi met Qatar’s Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani in Doha to discuss enhancing bilateral relations and addressing key regional issues. Their discussions focused on strategies to strengthen Iran-Qatar interactions, the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, and collaboration to support the Palestinian people. Araqchi also updated on indirect negotiations between Iran and the U.S. His visit coincided with the fourth Iran-Arab World Dialogue Summit, aimed at fostering better relations and understanding among leaders, emphasizing the importance of dialogue for regional cooperation.