Diplomatic Tensions Rise: Israel Objects to Iran's U.N. Address

Israel's ambassador to the United Nations in Geneva has expressed strong opposition to Iran's scheduled address at the Human Rights Council. This response comes ahead of discussions with European counterparts aimed at de-escalating the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, as reported by a letter obtained by Reuters.

The Iranian Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, is slated to speak at the council, a decision critiqued by Ambassador Daniel Meron as undermining the credibility of the body. Meron emphasized that allowing the Iranian foreign minister to address the council would betray the victims of Iran's regime globally.

Iran and Israel have been engaged in escalating military actions, with both countries engaging in a cycle of attacks following Israel's initial assault purportedly aimed at halting Iran's nuclear ambitions. The conflict remains a focal point in international diplomacy, particularly with Araghchi set to negotiate with European counterparts.

(With inputs from agencies.)