UN chief calls Iran to help solve Syria crisis, nuclear debate
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The UN Secretary General Ban Ki-Moon met Sunday evening with Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, urging him to prove to the international community the peaceful nature of its nuclear program, said a statement by the UN's press service. "The Secretary-General has called on Iran to take steps to convince the international community of the exclusively peaceful nature of its nuclear program," the statement said.
According to the press service of the UN, the Secretary General also discussed the situation in Syria where Iran can influence on the regime, which confronts the armed opposition for some 18 months. "The Secretary-General stressed that the tense situation in Syria worsened the humanitarian situation in the region," reads the statement.
The UN chief also urged the Iranian leader not to use the "language of incitement" during is upcoming speeh at the UN Assembly. Mahmoud Ahmadinejad will speak Wednesday and expected to slam the Western countries and Israel.
Paris, London and Berlin officially requested new European Union sanctions against Tehran. The West and Israel suspect Iran of planning to acquire nuclear weapons.
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I am offended that the UN Secretary General would even pose such an invitation to Iran's President. All can have good intentions, but when it comes down to it, I do not believe that Iran's president has the honor or integrity needed to help Syria without expecting something in return. Furthermore, Mr. Ahmadinejad has no right to discuss his personal feelings and opinions in the setting of the United Nations where Israel is concerned. He is like a loose cannon waiting to be set off. All countries and nations need to work together affirmatively in peace and with honor. There is no room in this world for leaders to spread negativity because their opinions don't line up with the rest of the world. We each (nation) have a responsibility to be and conduct ourselves as good 'neighbors.' As far as the UN Sec'y Gen'l posing a challenge to Iran to prove itself is ridiculous, as Mr. Ahmadinejad would [at best] only reveal what he wants to reveal about Iran to satisfy others, and not because he is taking an opportunity to prove in full disclosure what Iran has available in terms of nuclear weaponry. To think this invitation would amount to anything tangible to the UN or the rest of the world is absurd. Thank you for allowing me to comment.
