NIAC Statement on Musk-Iran Negotiation and Leaks that Followed
Washington, DC – National Iranian American Council President Jamal Abdi issued the following statement regarding reported contact between businessman and Trump advisor Elon Musk and the Iranian diplomatic delegation in New York, and reports that Israel struck an alleged nuclear weapons research facility in the Parchin military complex in Iran on October 26: “Exploring all […]
NIAC New York Leads 95 Organizations Demanding Senators Schumer & Gillibrand Support JRDs
Today, a coalition of over 95 New York-based organizations released and delivered a letter urging Senators Schumer and Gillibrand to cosponsor and vote for joint resolutions of disapproval concerning U.S. arms sales to Israel.
Where Congress Stands on War with Iran
After more than a year of Israel’s war on Gaza, the U.S., Israel, and Iran now find themselves on the cusp of a disastrous, full-blown regional war. Following Iran’s barrage of missiles against Israel on October 1st, Israel has vowed a severe military retaliation, with Iran vowing to respond in kind to any attack. The […]
Iran Strikes on Israel Underscore Urgent Need for De-escalation
Washington, DC – The National Iranian American Council issued the following statement in response to reports that Iran conducted missile strikes inside Israel: “Our thoughts are with all those innocent civilians impacted by this mindless war – from Palestine to Lebanon to Iran and Israel. “This is what a vacuum of American leadership and blind […]
NIAC Statement on U.S. Retaliatory Strikes Following Loss of 3 American Servicemembers in Jordan
Washington, DC – Jamal Abdi, President of the National Iranian American Council, issued the following statement following reports that the U.S. has launched the first in a sustained campaign of strikes against militias in Iraq and Syria backed by Iran following the tragic loss of three U.S. servicemembers in Jordan on January 28: “We are […]
NIAC joins 80 Organizations in Letter to President Biden Urging Diplomacy and Ceasefire Amid Increased Military Strikes
On February 1st, 2024, NIAC joined 80 organizations in a letter addressed to President Biden urging that, amid recently escalated military strikes between U.S. forces and Iran-aligned militias in the region, to pursue diplomacy and de-escalation over continued military responses that fail to deter said militias. “The Biden administration is at a critical juncture. The […]
With End of Humanitarian Pause, Risks of Disastrous Regional War Return
The brief humanitarian pause to the horrific warfare in Israel and Palestine between November 24 and December 1 delivered concrete results: more than 100 hostages released, a reprieve for civilians subjected to devastating bombing, and humanitarian aid entering Gaza. Less-noticed, but still significant, was a halt on attacks targeting U.S. forces and interests across the […]
Hostage Release and Temporary Truce in Israel and Palestine
National Iranian American Council President Jamal Abdi issued the following statement regarding reports of a hostage release and temporary de-escalation of hostilities in Israel and Palestine, brokered by Qatar and the United States
U.S. and Iran Must Halt Escalation Before It Is Too Late
NIAC President Jamal Abdi issued the following statement regarding reports that the U.S. conducted new strikes targeting militia forces in eastern Syria on Sunday, killing at least eight.
Memo: Risks of Regional War Amid Israel-Palestine War
This memo was updated on November 14, 2023, to include news of the recent U.S. strikes in eastern Syria on November 12, 2023. Risks of Regional War Grow Amid Israel-Palestine War Hamas’ horrific October 7th assault on Israel, which killed 1,400 Israelis and resulted in more than 200 individuals taken hostage, kicked off a brutal […]
NIAC President Jamal Abdi Statement on U.S. Military Strikes on Iran Facilities in Syria
Jamal Abdi, President of the National Iranian American Council, issued the following statement after reports that the U.S. military struck warehouses in Syria reportedly “used by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and affiliated groups.” “We remain deeply concerned about the risk of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict escalating to full blown regional war and these latest […]
NIAC and over 60 Organizations Call for Gaza Ceasefire, Humanitarian Aid, and Respect for International Law
On October 16th, NIAC became one of over 60 organizations condemning the ongoing violence taking place against innocent civilians in Israel and Gaza and urged U.S. policymakers to take immediate measures to de-escalate and prevent further violence. Please find the full letter and list of organizations below. [pdf-embedder url=”https://niacouncil.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/IoPT_Ceasefire_NGO_Letter_Oct162023.pdf”]