Iran has pledged to maintain national unity and has labeled the naval and air forces of European Union (EU) states as terrorist organizations. This decision follows controversial remarks made by a US envoy that have sparked condemnation across Arab nations. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized Iran’s commitment to resilience and unity during a meeting in Tehran. He stated that Iran will not succumb to external pressures, particularly amidst ongoing nuclear negotiations with the United States. Pezeshkian urged Iranians to set aside their differences and unite for the nation’s greater good.
The recent move by Iran to designate the navies and air forces of all EU member states as terrorist organizations is a response to the EU’s decision to label Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps as a terrorist group. The Iranian Foreign Ministry justified this action as a reaction to what they deemed an “unlawful and unjustified” move by the EU. The ministry criticized the EU’s decision as being against the principles of the United Nations Charter and international law.
US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee’s statement asserting Israel’s “biblical right” to control the Middle East has drawn strong criticism from Arab countries. The Arab League condemned Huckabee’s remarks as “highly extremist” and inconsistent with diplomatic norms. Secretary-General of the Arab League Ahmed Aboul-Gheit expressed concern over the inflammatory nature of Huckabee’s comments, especially during a critical time for peace efforts in the region.
Egypt and Saudi Arabia also voiced their disapproval of Huckabee’s comments. The Egyptian Foreign Ministry described the remarks as a “blatant violation” of international law and the UN Charter. Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud warned that Huckabee’s words could have serious repercussions, endangering international peace and security by stoking tensions in the region and undermining the global order.
