Iran summons Australian ambassador

Australian Ambassador to Tehran Ian McConville was summoned by the Iranian foreign ministry on Sunday.

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06 October 2024

EghtesadOnline: The Iranian foreign ministry said in a statement that the Australian Ambassador Ian McConville was summoned as "the repetition of biased positions and contrary to the standards of international law of the Australian government regarding the recent developments in the region."

In the meeting, the Iranian foreign ministry official (director general Asia and the Pacific Department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs) protested Australia's hypocritical approach to regional developments and emphasized the Islamic Republic of Iran's "inherent right to legitimate defense."

He also condemned the silence of the international community regarding Israel's repeated aggressions against Gaza and Lebanon.

The Iranian diplomat further warned the Australian government and the international community that their silence would embolden the aggressor Zionist regime.

In the meeting, the Australian ambassador explained the movements and actions of his government to reach a ceasefire in Gaza and Lebanon and announced that he will convey Iran's official protest to his respective government. / Mehr