The reaction of the United Nations to the occupation of the Iraqi parliament by Sadr’s supporters

According to the report of Fars International News Agency, “Antonio Guterres”, the Secretary General of the United Nations, on Sunday advised the Iraqi parties to reduce tension and refrain from violent acts.

According to the news agencyAnatoliaFarhan Haq, the spokesman of the UN Secretary General, said that Guterres is “following with concern” the protests in Iraq, which have left several injured.

This UN official added: “Freedom of expression and peaceful assembly are fundamental rights that must always be respected.”

Guterres’ spokesperson requested Iraqi parties and activists to overcome differences and form an effective national government through a comprehensive and peaceful dialogue.

On Saturday (yesterday), following the intensification of unrest in Baghdad and the street protests of Iraqi Sadr movement supporters against the nomination of “Mohammed Shia al-Sudani” for the post of Prime Minister of Iraq by “Al-Attar al-Tansiqi” (Coordination Framework), a number of protesters entered Baghdad’s Green Zone. They became the Iraqi parliament building.

The political parties in Iraq were waiting for the parliamentary session to start the new political process on Saturday, but Sadr’s movement has again, in an illegal action, invited its supporters to demonstrations and the atmosphere in Baghdad has been tense and chaotic. Last Wednesday, these pro-Sadr protesters attacked the parliament building and damaged public property.

In addition to Guterres, the spokesperson for the foreign policy of the European Union issued a statement about the current developments in Iraq and called for the peace of all parties in Iraq.

“The European Union is concerned about the ongoing protests and their possible escalation in Baghdad,” the statement said. “We ask all sides to show patience to avoid further violence.”

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