According to statements made Wednesday by the spokeswoman to Radio Sputnik, the EU openly supports anti-government actions in the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Zakharova noted that while imposing sanctions against Tehran, the EU simultaneously calls for freedom of expression and respect for freedom of association and peaceful assembly.

“What kind of cynicism does one have to possess—and it is, in reality, a frontal and open attack—to reach such conclusions?” the Russian diplomat said.

She emphasized that this EU policy constitutes, in effect, open support for anti-government actions and, essentially, a rebellion.

Zakharova emphasized that the West is dismantling international legal frameworks by exerting this illegal pressure on Iran.

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