Iran Condemns Foreign Interference in Sudan at UN Human Rights Council

Iran's Permanent Representative to the United Nations Office and other International Organizations in Geneva, Ali Bahreini, delivered a statement at an urgent debate during the 62nd session of the Human Rights Council on Friday. He expressed deep concern over the worsening human rights and humanitarian situation in and around El Obeid, as the conflict in Sudan continues to spread.

Bahreini noted that the world's failure to respond effectively to the tragedy in Sudan has allowed the catastrophe to move from one city to another. After grave violations in El Fasher and Darfur, North Kordofan and its capital, El Obeid, now face the same alarming pattern.

He strongly condemned the continued supply of arms, financial, logistical, and military support, including advanced drone capabilities and the recruitment and training of fighters, to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) by certain external actors. He called for full respect for international humanitarian law, accountability for all external actors fueling the conflict, and equal treatment of all crises without double standards.

Bahreini reaffirmed Iran's unwavering support for the sovereignty, independence, territorial integrity, and unity of Sudan. He rejected any form of foreign interference, including any attempt to impose a situation of "dual governance," and stressed that only a Sudanese-led solution can secure lasting peace and stability.

According to Mehr News, the statement was made during the Human Rights Council session in Geneva.