New Delhi, 11 June (H.S.): Twenty-two countries, including the United States and the United Kingdom, have levelled serious allegations against Iran, accusing it of involvement in alleged plots to intimidate, abduct and attack individuals living abroad. In a joint statement, the countries called on Tehran to immediately cease such activities and reaffirmed their collective commitment to safeguarding their citizens.

According to the UK Foreign Office, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), its Quds Force, and intelligence agencies are allegedly involved in targeting opponents of the Iranian government, journalists, and individuals associated with Jewish and Israeli communities. The statement described these activities as a serious threat to international security.

The joint statement said that the participating countries would work together to counter such threats and expect Iran to halt all such alleged operations with immediate effect.

The statement has also been endorsed by several other countries, including Australia, Canada, France, Germany, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal and Sweden. All signatory nations emphasized that the safety and security of their citizens remain a top priority and pledged to strengthen international cooperation in addressing such threats.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar