WANA (Jan 28) – Iran’s representative to the United Nations emphasized that the Islamic Republic of Iran strongly condemns terrorism in all its forms and manifestations and considers it one of the gravest threats to international peace and security.

 

In a letter addressed to the UN Secretary-General and the President of the Security Council, Amir Saeid Iravani, Iran’s envoy to the UN, presented details of crimes committed by the Mojahedin-e Khalq Organization (MEK). He stated that over 30 terrorist groups—many supported financially, logistically, and politically by foreign actors—have systematically carried out assassinations of Iranian officials, scientists, and ordinary citizens, often with implicit backing from external powers.

 

The letter reads as follows:

“Following the instructions of my government, I have the honor to enclose an encyclopedia listing 23,323 Iranian victims of terrorism. This comprehensive collection highlights that the Islamic Republic of Iran, not only a pioneer in combating terrorism, has also been one of its primary victims since the 1979 revolution, paying a heavy price.”

 

“Since the onset of the revolution, the Islamic Republic of Iran has faced relentless acts of assassination, sabotage, and aggression orchestrated and executed by terrorist groups supported by foreign actors. Approximately 23,000 innocent Iranians, including women and children, have lost their lives to these heinous acts, which indiscriminately targeted civilians and grossly violated international laws and human rights norms.”

 

The letter further elaborated on Iran’s unprecedented experience with terrorism over the past four decades, including:

 

The emergence of foreign-backed terrorist groups in Iran’s border regions.

 

Systematic assassinations of nuclear scientists by agents of the Israeli regime.

 

Assassinations of senior officials and civilians by the MEK.

 

Infiltration of transregional extremist groups such as ISIS-K into Iran’s security domain.

 

Assassination of Iranian military advisors who played critical roles in combating international terrorism in West Asia.

 

The martyrdom of over 4,000 law enforcement officers in Iran’s fight against drug trafficking, highlighting Iran’s leading role in combating this global challenge.

 

“These attacks reflect a deliberate strategy of weaponizing terrorism to achieve political objectives,” Iravani noted. “Over 30 terrorist groups, including Al-Qaeda, ISIS-K, the MEK, Komala, PJAK, Jaish al-Adl, and Jundallah, have been involved in these barbaric acts, often enjoying financial, logistical, and political support from foreign actors. One glaring example of this campaign is the systematic assassination of Iranian officials, scientists, and civilians with tacit backing from external powers.”

 

He described these ongoing acts of aggression and terrorism as crimes against the Iranian people and clear violations of the principles of the UN Charter, particularly those safeguarding state sovereignty and protecting civilians.

 

The Iranian Permanent Mission to the UN reiterated: “Given the above, the Islamic Republic of Iran strongly condemns terrorism in all its forms and manifestations and regards it as one of the gravest threats to international peace and security. Iran remains steadfast in its commitment under international law to combat terrorism and promote regional peace and stability. However, the international community must acknowledge the profound suffering of the Iranian people, who have endured decades of hostility and terrorism. It is imperative that the voices of the victims are heard and respected, without the shadow of double standards or baseless accusations.”

 

The letter concluded with a request for its distribution: “I kindly request that this letter be registered and circulated as an official document of the Security Council and the General Assembly under agenda item 110 titled ‘Measures to Eliminate International Terrorism.’”