Supporters of Palestine interrupted the graduation ceremony at the hall of the School of Music, Theater, and Dance, belonging to the University of Michigan, in the USA. Carrying Palestinian flags and a sign reading “Michigan University is financing genocide,” the group shouted anti-Israeli slogans. The tension in the hall rose after some participants of the event reacted to the protesters by shouting “get out.” The group was kicked out after the intervention of the police and the ceremony continued.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Arakchi issued a stern warning to the UK, Germany, and France, accusing them of making a “new strategic mistake” regarding Tehran’s nuclear program. In a social media post, Arakchi said, “Iran will give a tough and determined response to the violation of its rights,” criticizing the European trio for backing a resolution against Iran at the IAEA Board of Governors.
Arakchi condemned the move as baseless, recalling past disputes in 2005 which led to the expansion of Iran’s uranium enrichment. “Have these three really not learned any lessons in the last twenty years?” he said.
Meanwhile, the IAEA reported on May 31 that Iran’s 60% enriched uranium stockpile had grown from 274.8 kg in February to 408.6 kg by May 17. In response, the UK, Germany, and France are reportedly preparing to refer Iran’s file to the UN Security Council, which could activate the “snapback” mechanism and reimpose UN sanctions.
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