Peru severs diplomatic ties with Iran
Peru severs diplomatic ties with Iran Peru announced that it has decided to end diplomatic relations with Iran, as tensions in the Middle East escalate. The country's foreign ministry said the decision was driven by Lima's "historic commitment to peace". The statement added that Peru watched with growing concern "the deterioration of democratic values in Iran," including what it said was Tehran's…
Peru has severed diplomatic ties with Iran, responding to escalating tensions in the Middle East. The decision was announced by Peru's foreign ministry, citing the country's historic commitment to peace. The ministry expressed concern over the deterioration of democratic values in Iran, including repression of peaceful demonstrations, curtailment of freedom of the press, discrimination against women and girls, and persecution of political opponents.
Peru also warned of potential repercussions for energy prices and global supply chains due to disruptions in international trade through the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
Iranian actions, such as incitement to violence and escalation of conflicts in the Middle East, as well as obstruction of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) work, were rejected by Peru. Although diplomatic relations are severed, consular relations will remain to protect the interests and nationals of both countries.
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