3. Statements by the President

Verbatim reports

The President made a statement on the recent floods in Romania, the Asturias and other regions in Europe.

The President condemned the treatment of members of the Bahá'i community by the Iranian authorities, urging them to respect international standards with regard to minority rights. He also condemned the use of the death penalty for minors in Iran.

The President drew attention to the 10th anniversary of the death of Jan Karski, who was the first to bring news of the extermination of the Jews in Europe to the Allies.