[Opinion] Tehran warns of sectarian catastrophe as Israel fuels Syria’s fragmentation

Tehran warns of sectarian catastrophe as Israel fuels Syria’s fragmentation

TEHRAN – Iran’s Ambassador to Lebanon Mojtaba Amani issued a scathing critique of the Israeli regime’s role in Syria’s destabilization during an interview with Iranian national television on Saturday, describing the ongoing conflict as a calculated effort by Tel Aviv to advance its geopolitical ambitions.

The “Say No to Violence” Association said in a statement that “in light of the tense circumstances experienced by Lebanon and the region, which portend further deterioration at the social and political levels, the Association affirms its firm commitment to the principles of dialogue and the rejection of violence, sectarianism and sectarianism.” It considered that “violence in all its forms can only deepen crises and prolong conflicts”, calling f…

Tehran condemns violence against minorities in Syria - denies any involvement - World Stock Market

“Nothing justifies the attacks on certain communities of Alawites, Christians, Drukos and other minorities, who deeply shocked public opinion in both the region and internationally,” said Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Ismail Baya. The spokesman also officially rejected any involvement of Tehran in violence in Syria. “This category is completely ridiculous,” he said, answering a question about media information that speaks of Iranian mixing.…

Paris/Tehran/Damascus - Those responsible for the violence that has killed hundreds in Syria in recent days must be punished, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot said today after talks with his Syrian counterpart. Iran's foreign ministry said the violence against minorities was unjustifiable, AFP reported. China called for an immediate end to the violence.