Majid Takht-Ravanchi, Iran's permanent representative to the United Nations, said at a rec Security Council meeting on Afghanistan, referring to the withdrawal of foreign troops from the country: "With the withdrawal of foreign troops from Afghanistan, the Taliban have no justification for using force. Therefore, they must stop the violence and show that they want to interact with their compatriots using the power of logic instead of the logic of force, and seize this unprecedented opportunity through political means to sincerely contribute to establishing lasting peace in Afghanistan."
Takht-Ravanchi noted that by hosting millions of Afghan refugees and connecting the country to the high seas through the port of Chabahar and to Europe via the Khaf-Herat railway, Iran has proved that it stands by the government and people of Afghanistan to build a secure, stable, democratic and prosperous country and will continue to work together.
In the current situation, unfortunately, the outbreak of the coronavirus has increased the problems of refugees. Naturally, the UN High Commissioner for Refugees and the host governments will face greater challenges in providing healthcare.
Although increasing refugee needs and inhumane sanctions against Iran have made refugee protection more difficult, the Islamic Republic of Iran will not give up any assistance to provide refugees' services. However, the future of millions of refugees depends on the successful outcome of the peace talks and the international community's commitment to helping stabilize and secure and rebuild Afghanistan's economic and livelihood infrastructure.
The Islamic Republic of Iran recognizes peace and security in Afghanistan as the peace and security of Iran, and with this approach supports the peace process and the advancement of inter-Afghan dialogue.
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