🧨 UN Showdown: Israeli Envoy Calls Iranian Diplomat “a Wolf in Diplomat's Clothing” in Explosive Security Council Debate
The ongoing Iran-Israel conflict spilled into the halls of the United Nations this week, as Israeli ambassador Danny Danon launched a scathing verbal assault on Iran’s UN representative Amir Saeid Iravani during an emergency session of the UN Security Council.
According to Al Jazeera, tensions escalated on Friday when Iravani accused Israel of violating international law and called for accountability. In a fiery rebuttal, Danon slammed Iran and mocked Iravani's speech as political theater.
“Mr. Iravani, you are no victim. You are not a diplomat. You are a wolf wearing the mask of diplomacy,” Danon declared in one of the sharpest exchanges heard at the Council in recent months.
🎯 Hospital Strike Becomes Flashpoint
Danon accused Iran of firing missiles near a hospital in the southern Israeli city of Be'er Sheva, labeling it a direct threat to civilians. Iran, however, claims that its target was a nearby military base, not the civilian infrastructure.
🛡️ “We Don’t Apologize for Defending Ourselves”
Danon didn’t stop at Iran. He also criticized the international community, stating:
“We do not apologize for striking Iran’s nuclear facilities. We do not apologize for eliminating threats. And we will never seek permission to defend our people.”
His comments come amid growing calls from world leaders for de-escalation. But Israel’s firm stance suggests the situation remains dangerously volatile.
🌐 Russia Backs Iran, Slams Israel
Adding to the global split, Russian envoy Vasily Nebenzya also condemned Israel at the same meeting, stating:
“Israel has shown blatant disregard for diplomacy and violated the UN Charter by launching unilateral attacks on a sovereign nation.”
Nebenzya called for a neutral evaluation by the Council and warned of the grave consequences if the conflict spirals further.
🕊️ Global Diplomacy in Crisis
As diplomatic channels grow more strained, analysts warn that the UN may become yet another battlefield for rhetoric while real-world violence continues. With Iran promising retaliation and Israel firm on preemptive strikes, the risk of a broader regional war looms large.
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