The Foreign Minister of Iran, Seyed Abbas Araghchi has asked the United Nations to intensify its diplomatic efforts to end ongoing conflicts in Gaza and Yemen during a phone conversation with UN Secretary-General António Guterres on Monday.
According to a statement released by Iran’s Foreign Ministry, the talks centered on recent developments in the two crisis-hit regions, with both sides expressing concern over escalating tensions and humanitarian suffering.
Araghchi accused Israel of violating the existing ceasefire with Hamas, asserting that such actions were deepening the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
He called on the international community to uphold its responsibility by taking decisive measures to halt the attacks and ensure the uninterrupted flow of humanitarian aid into the enclave.
“The world must not remain silent in the face of Israel’s continued aggression,” Araghchi said, stressing that global powers and the UN have a moral and legal duty to protect civilians.
Beyond Gaza, Araghchi also addressed the deteriorating situation in Yemen, condemning what he described as Israeli interference and destabilising activities.
He urged the UN to work closely with regional actors, including Iran, to prevent further escalation and promote regional security and cooperation.
In response, Secretary-General Guterres reaffirmed the UN’s commitment to fostering diplomatic dialogue and humanitarian engagement.
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He noted that the organisation remained focused on preserving the fragile truce in Gaza and facilitating peace negotiations in Yemen.
Guterres also underscored the importance of continued collaboration with all regional stakeholders, including Iran, to maintain stability across the Middle East.
The phone discussion came at a time of renewed international scrutiny over the Middle East’s fragile security architecture, following reports of sporadic clashes in Gaza and worsening humanitarian conditions in Yemen.
Iran’s outreach to the UN reflects its ongoing attempt to project itself as a regional power broker capable of influencing peace initiatives, even as it faces criticism for supporting groups like Hamas and the Houthi rebels.
Observers say that both Tehran and the UN now face mounting pressure to produce tangible results as ceasefire agreements in Gaza and Yemen continue to hang by a thread amid competing political interests and military posturing.
