Iran condemns U.S. travel ban as hostile, discriminatory

8/6/2025 14:46

Iran on Saturday strongly condemned a new U.S. travel ban targeting citizens from several countries, including Iran, calling the move a "clear sign of deep-seated hostility toward Iranians."



Iran's Foreign Affairs Ministry, in a statement reported by state news agency IRNA, denounced the U.S. government's decision, asserting that the restrictions target individuals solely based on their nationality and religion.



The ministry added that such policies reflect a discriminatory mindset and violate fundamental principles of international law, including the principles of non-discrimination and respect for human rights.



The statement called on the United Nations and international human rights bodies to publicly oppose Washington's "unilateral and discriminatory measures." It also affirmed that Iran would use all available means to protect the rights of its citizens and respond to the consequences of such actions by the U.S. administration.