Online Reporter
Gibson Nyikadzino
Zimpapers Politics Hub
IRAN’s Ambassador to Zimbabwe, Dr Amir Hossein Hosseini, has said his country entered Saturday’s Pakistan-brokered ceasefire talks with the United States on “zero trust” of the American negotiating team.
Addressing diplomats, religious leaders and the media recently in Harare on the 40th day in memory of the martyrdom of the Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, who was assassinated by the United States and Israel on February 28, Dr Hosseini said, following the breakdown of ceasefire talks, Iran was fully prepared for any eventuality.
“Regarding the Islamabad failed ceasefire process, I must emphasise that we entered the meeting with a position of zero trust. Because our ten conditions were not met, we exercised our right to withdraw from the negotiations. We remain fully prepared for any eventuality that follows,” Dr Hosseini said.
He said the determination Iran had to its sovereignty was a reflection of the key pillars that formed the central thoughts of the late Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, constituting a strategic South-South cooperation, resistance to American hegemony, unwavering support for Palestine and compassion for children.
Dr Hosseini also noted that the late Supreme Leader’s loss left an irreplaceable void, having led Iran for over three decades.
“Though his loss leaves an irreplaceable void, his intellectual and spiritual legacy shines ever brighter, guiding all who seek justice and true humanity. For over three decades, he safeguarded the Islamic Revolution, steering the nation through turbulent global challenges without wavering in his principles.
“I honour four central pillars of his thought: resolute resistance to American hegemony and Zionism, unwavering support for Palestine, a strategic vision for South-South cooperation and profound compassion for the people, especially children.”
He thanked Zimbabweans for their support and solidarity with Iran after the February 28 attacks and further attacks by the United States and Israel that killed over 160 children at an elementary school in Minab City.
President of the Supreme Council of Islamic Affairs in Zimbabwe, Sheikh Ismael Duwa called on the United Nations and peace-loving nations to ensure there was an end to the unjust war that was imposed on Iran by the United States to protect women, children and innocent civilians.
“We condemn the unjust wars and pray that peace be obtained immediately. The most suffering victims are women and children, and in times like these, where is the United Nations? The United Nations should invoke its Charter to ensure that people are protected,” Sheikh Duwa said.
