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Iran Calls for Non-Aligned Movement to Oppose UN Abuse and Protect Self-Determination

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At a meeting of foreign ministers of the Non-Aligned Movement member countries in Uganda, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi announced that Iran wants the activation of the 'snapback' mechanism not to be recognized by countries as legally binding. This mechanism reinstates anti-Iranian UN Security Council resolutions, which were lifted in 2015. Araghchi emphasized that Iran is concerned with the European 'troika' reinstating the resolutions, and urged the Non-Aligned Movement to adhere to fundamental principles, including self-determination and respect for the UN Charter.

Key Takeaways:

  • Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi stated that Iran does not want the activation of the 'snapback' mechanism to be recognized as legally binding, citing concerns over potential abuse by international circles.
  • The 'snapback' mechanism reinstates anti-Iranian UN Security Council resolutions, which were lifted in 2015.
  • The European 'troika' has taken steps to reinstate the resolutions, despite Iran's objections.
  • Iran calls on member states of the Non-Aligned Movement to oppose any abuse by the UN Security Council, particularly against developing countries.
  • The Non-Aligned Movement has fundamental principles, including self-determination and respect for the UN Charter, which Iran seeks to uphold.
  • The Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action authorizes members of the UN Security Council to take military action against Iran in the event of a complaint being filed and accepted.
  • The UN Security Council resolutions against Iran, including Resolution 2231, may be reinstated if the 'snapback' mechanism is activated.

Statistics:

  • Four countries voted in favor of the resolution to extend the validity of Resolution 2231, while nine countries voted against it.
  • Two countries abstained from voting on the resolution to extend the validity of Resolution 2231.
  • As of September 28, the UN Security Council resolutions against Iran have been reinstated.
  • The UN Security Council adopted Resolution 2231 on July 20, 2015.
  • The reinstated UN Security Council resolutions against Iran include six previous resolutions repealed by Resolution 2231.

Sources:

  • Trend News Agency, Baku, October 15, 2025
  • Araghchi, Seyed Abbas, Iranian Foreign Minister
  • Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action
  • UN Security Council Resolution 2231 (2015)

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