Gaza Conflict Exposes Western Facade, Says Iranian President

Tehran, The Gulf Observer: Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi condemned the Western response to the conflict in Gaza, asserting that it has unveiled the “authoritarian and anti-human rights face” of the West, long concealed behind deceptive slogans. The President’s remarks were made during a cabinet meeting on Sunday, where he expressed deep regret over the crackdown on pro-Palestinian protests at campuses across the United States and other Western nations.

President Raisi denounced the heavy-handed tactics employed by authorities to dismantle student encampments in solidarity with Gaza, emphasizing that such actions violate the fundamental rights of students, professors, and freedom of expression. He underscored that the suppression of protests undermines the principles of freedom of the press and human rights.

According to President Raisi, the world is witnessing a clash between the “current of honor” embodied by protesting students and the “current of evil” represented by Western leadership. He lamented that Western nations had obscured their true nature behind deceptive slogans and advocacy for democratic values. However, the Gaza conflict has exposed the reality behind this facade, revealing the authoritarian tendencies of the West.

President Raisi expressed hope that the solidarity demonstrated by Iranian students would inspire their counterparts in the United States and other Western countries to pursue justice for the oppressed Palestinian people. He urged continued support for the Palestinian cause and reiterated Iran’s commitment to standing with the Palestinian nation in their quest for justice and dignity.

The President’s remarks reflect Iran’s stance on the Gaza conflict and its condemnation of the Western response, emphasizing the need for global solidarity in addressing the humanitarian crisis unfolding in the region.