Munich Security Conference scraps invitation to Iranian FM

The Munich Security Conference said it is withdrawing an invitation to Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi due to the protests across Iran.

“Several weeks ago, invitations were extended to individual government representatives from Iran. In light of current events, the Munich Security Conference will not be maintaining these invitations,” the statement reads.

This year’s gathering of security experts and policymakers takes place on February 13-15.

Earlier, the Berlin foreign ministry said Germany is against inviting Iranian officials given the events in Iran.