On Thursday, the Polish Ministry of abroad Affairs called on Iranian Ambassador Eisa Kameli to express his deep concern at the brutal suppression of social protests in Iran. The MFA called for a halt to force against demonstrators and for dialogue, citing Poland's own historical experience.
The ministry has given the ambassador "deep concern about the Iranian authorities' reaction to fresh events, especially the expanding number of victims and arrested". A message published on the X platform highlighted that protests have been going on for more than 2 weeks.
The MFA took a clear stance on the methods utilized by the authorities in Tehran. "Poland, due to its historical experience, is assured that force against manifestations of freedom of speech, association or peaceful manifestations is unacceptable and is not an effective means of achieving political goals," wrote the ministry.
Poland besides asked Iran for dialogue. "Recognising the value of circumstantial historical Polish-Iranian relations, Poland calls for the cessation of force against protesters and for dialogue", the MFA noted.
At the same time, the Ministry reiterated its appeal to Polish citizens residing in Iran to leave the country immediately.
Protests and their scale
Demonstrations in Iran began on 28 December due to a rapidly deteriorating economical situation. Protests rapidly spread across the country and became 1 of the largest anti-regime appearances in years.
The authorities in Tehran are hampering the verification of information by blocking the Internet. According to various media and NGOs, the number of people killed as a consequence of the suppression of protests ranges from 2.5 1000 to 20,000 people.
International tensions
US president Donald Trump has repeatedly threatened to intervene in consequence to the repression of the Iranian government against demonstrators. Tehran declared its readiness to retaliate with attacks on US military bases and installations in the Gulf region.
On Wednesday, Iranian authorities suspended the execution of 800 anti-government demonstrators. White home spokesperson Karoline Leavitt, however, warned against serious consequences if the killing continues. She added that "all options stay on the table".
On Wednesday, part of U.S. personnel were evacuated from Al-Udeid base in Qatar. The American diplomatic mission besides recommended caution to workers in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait.
Note: This article was created utilizing Artificial Intelligence (AI).
