Afghanistan, June 21 -- Amid rising Tehran-Tel Aviv tensions, Bennett called for protecting vulnerable Afghan migrants in Iran from potential harm and violence.
On the ninth day of conflict between Tehran and Tel Aviv, UN Special Rapporteur Richard Bennett urged all parties to protect Afghan migrants in Iran, warning of serious risks to their safety and calling for immediate humanitarian safeguards. The appeal came through a post on X on Saturday, June 21, where Bennett voiced growing concern over the migrant community's safety.
Bennett emphasized that both Iran and Israel must exercise restraint and comply with international law. He warned that hostilities could threaten non-combatants and stressed the need for safeguards to protect thos...