WANA (Jan 23) – Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has strongly condemned a recent resolution adopted by the European Parliament on developments in Iran, describing it as “interventionist” and “irresponsible.”

 

In an official statement released on January 23, the ministry said the European Parliament’s resolution is based on “inaccurate reports” and lacks credible foundations.

 

It stressed that the European body is commenting on human rights issues while many of its members have previously supported policies that, from Tehran’s perspective, have resulted in the “violation of the rights of Iranians” and the intensification of economic and political pressure on Iran.

 

Referring to the European Union’s stance on Israel’s military operations in Gaza and what Tehran describes as the “killing of Palestinian civilians,” the statement accused the European Parliament of applying “double standards,” arguing that this contradiction has undermined its “moral credibility” to raise human rights concerns about Iran.

 

The Foreign Ministry further stated that the drafters of the resolution relied on narratives promoted by media outlets close to Israel and certain political currents in the United States.

 

It added that Iran has compiled reports, images, and audio files related to the events of January 8–10 which, according to Tehran, point to the “incitement of violence by groups affiliated with Israel” during some gatherings.

 

Elsewhere in the statement, the resolution was described as containing “distortions of reality” and as violating fundamental principles of international law, including the principle of “non-interference in the internal affairs of states.” The ministry argued that the resolution runs counter to the UN Charter and reflects a “disregard” for the concept of national sovereignty.

 

In conclusion, the Foreign Ministry emphasized that the Islamic Republic of Iran acts to “safeguard citizens’ security and public order” in accordance with its constitution and international obligations.

 

It warned that any “interventionist” decisions or positions taken against Iran’s armed forces and security institutions would be met with reciprocal measures, and that responsibility for the consequences would lie with the European side.

Cars that were burned during Iran’s protests, in Tehran, Iran, January 21, 2026. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency)