Iranian general commander Kasim Sulaimani killed for self-defense: US

Washington, Ta. 09 January 2020, Thursday

Currently, there is a tense situation between the United States and Iran. The US told the United Nations that the assassination of Iranian General Commander Qasim Sulaimani was for self-defense. The US, putting its party, said that the murder of Sulaimani was indispensable in the Middle East to protect America's citizens and its interests.

Ready to negotiate with US, Iran

"We are ready for serious talks and talks with Iran without any preconditions," US Ambassador Kelly Craft said in a letter to the United Nations Council. We are ready for this in view of global peace and security issues.

Under the UN Charter, Solomon's death could be justified

The United States in its letter to the UN mentions the UN Charter justifying the killing of Suleimani. According to the letter, Suleimani's killing on Friday in Baghdad is appropriate under Article 51 of the UN Charter. The United States of America is ready to take necessary steps in the future to protect US citizens in the area of ​​protection of US interests.

What is Article 51 of the UN Charter?

The article that the United States mentions in the letter is Article 51 of the UN Charter. Understanding the steps taken by the Security Council for self-defense for 15 member states and member states is essential. Earlier in 2014, the United States also sought Article 51 of the UN Charter for prosecution of the Islamic State in Syria.