Iran’s Permanent Representative Appeals to UN Secretary General on Sanctions against Zarif

This is reported by RIA Novosti.

“Given the restrictions imposed on Minister Zarif’s movement and activities during his recent visit to New York,” Majid Taht-Ravanchi called the US’s actions “a flagrant violation of Article 105, paragraph 2, of the UN Charter regarding the privileges and immunities of a representative of a member. "

In a letter, the Permanent Representative calls on the international community to "condemn the illegal behavior of the United States."

He emphasized that "the UN, its member states and its bodies must firmly defend the established principles of international law."

“Iran expects your excellency to play an active role in maintaining the integrity of the UN in accordance with your obligation to counter the current dangerous trend,” the message says.

Earlier, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani called the US sanctions against Zarif childish.

On July 31, the US Treasury announced a decision to impose sanctions on Iran’s foreign minister.