The Iranian mission to the UN, attempted to monopolise the discussion on minority issues in Iran.

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Mehrab Sarjov

A total of 900 NGOs had registered, but only a few hundred were able to participate.

The Iranian regime, represented by six NGOs ( Discourse Centre Zoroastrian, Youth Centre, Youth Diplomatic Centre, Cultural Centre of Justice, and Iranian Research Centre for minorities) and a colourful delegation from the Iranian mission to the UN, attempted to monopolise the discussion on minority issues in Iran. 

The Iranian mission to the United Nations minority issue delegation included Sara Falahyan, a member of parliament from Iranian-occupied Kurdistan; Bashit Barkhodar (Zoroastrian); Humera Rigi, a Baluch official; and Naser Derakhshan, a former member of parliament from Iran-Shahr.

The Baluch, Kurds, Arabs, Turks, and Azari, among other national groups, confronted the Mission that sought to influence the UN. In response, the Iranian mission released a statement denying the claims regarding the Baluch rights statement.

The Al-Ahwazi community also had a significant presence, revitalising the forum. Among them was a prominent Azari Turk named Araz, who made a noteworthy statement.