Iran urges UN to respond to Trump’s ‘reckless’ threats over protests
As Iran Grieves, Accounts Emerge of Disrespectful Treatment of Protest Victims
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In a letter to the UN Secretary-General and the UN Security Council president on January 3, 2026, Iran's UN ambassador Amir Saeed Iravani urged condemnation of U.S. President Donald Trump's threats regarding ongoing protests in Iran. The appeal followed Trump's statement that the U.S. was prepared to intervene if Iranian authorities violently suppressed the demonstrations, which are driven by the rising cost of living. Iravani characterized Trump's remarks as a violation of the UN Charter and international law, warning against using internal unrest as a pretext for external pressure or military intervention. He asserted Iran's right to defend its sovereignty and held the U.S. responsible for any consequences resulting from its threats and potential escalation. Protests were reported in multiple Iranian cities, including Tehran, on the same day.
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AI-ExtractedProtests continued across Iran on Friday in multiple cities and Tehran neighborhoods.
The United States of America bears full responsibility for any consequences arising from these illegal threats.
Iravani called on UN chief Antonio Guterres and UNSC members to condemn Trump’s statements.
Trump said the US was “locked and loaded and ready to go” if any more protesters were killed in Iran.
Iran urges UN to condemn Trump’s ‘reckless’ threats over protests.
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