According to a report by Al Jazeera on June 5, 2026, Iran has reacted strongly to Germany’s failure to secure a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council, with Tehran describing the outcome as a reflection of growing international dissatisfaction with Berlin’s foreign policy positions.
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei made the remarks in a post on the social media platform X, where he argued that Germany’s unsuccessful bid represented what he described as a diplomatic setback linked to its stance on issues involving Gaza and Iran.
Baghaei accused Germany of adopting policies that he characterized as inconsistent and damaging to its international standing. He claimed that Berlin’s approach to the conflict in Gaza and its support for Israel had attracted criticism from various parts of the international community.
The Iranian official also alleged that Germany had failed to condemn Israel’s military actions against Iran. According to him, Berlin’s response to regional tensions further contributed to negative perceptions of its foreign policy.
In his statement, Baghaei wrote that Germany had been involved in what he described as “irresponsible, hypocritical, and complicit” conduct. He further claimed that Germany had “consistently justified the genocide of Palestinians” and remained “one of the largest suppliers of lethal weapons to Israel.”
The spokesperson went on to argue that global political attitudes are changing, with countries increasingly evaluating governments based on their actions rather than public declarations. According to him, international credibility is now being shaped by practical policies and decisions rather than diplomatic rhetoric alone.
Baghaei stated, “The world is changing. Nations are no longer judging governments by their lofty rhetoric about international law, but by their actual behaviour. Those who choose to ignore this shift will inevitably pay a heavy diplomatic price.”
The comments underscore continuing tensions between Iran and Germany over regional conflicts, international diplomacy, and differing approaches to Middle East affairs.
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