US Senator Graham criticizes Davos invite to Iran foreign minister
US Senator Lindsey Graham criticized an invitation for Iran’s foreign minister to attend the World Economic Forum in Davos, saying it sends a damaging signal to Iranians protesting the Islamic Republic.
Graham argued in a post on X that welcoming Iran’s top diplomat to a high-profile international forum would undermine protesters who he said are risking their lives for basic freedoms. He questioned the judgment of European organizers and political leaders, accusing them of abandoning people seeking liberty while enjoying freedom at home.
“I am sure an invite to the Iranian Foreign Minister to attend the World Economic Forum in Davos will be a morale booster to the protestors who are dying in the streets to attain the liberties and freedoms Europe takes for granted — maybe not,” Graham wrote.
He added, “I cannot think of a worse message to send to the protestors.”
The Republican senator drew a historical comparison, writing that inviting Iran’s foreign minister now would be “akin to inviting Hitler to a world event after Kristallnacht,” and described the move as a sign of deep moral failure.
“European elites have lost their moral compass,” Graham said, while urging Iranians to continue protesting and expressing support for them.
