Iran Issues Military Threats Toward Turkmenistan Over Satellite Access for Iran International

Iran Issues Military Threats Toward Turkmenistan Over Satellite Access for Iran International The Human Rights Platform of the Civil Movement “Dayanch” – Turkmenistan expresses concern over reports of rising tensions between Iran and Turkmenistan following the provision of satellite access used for broadcasting the television channel Iran International. According to reports from independent media outlets, Iranian officials have issued strong statements and threats toward Turkmenistan, accusing it of facilitating the broadcast of Iran International through satellite infrastructure associated with Turkmenistan. Iran International is a Persian-language television channel known for its critical coverage of the Iranian authorities. The government of the Islamic Republic of Iran considers the channel hostile and has repeatedly accused various countries and organizations of supporting its broadcasting activities. According to the published information, Iranian representatives stated that providing technical infrastructure for the channel’s transmission could be viewed as an unfriendly act, and some statements have been interpreted by analysts as containing military threats. Such rhetoric raises serious concern in the region, particularly given that Turkmenistan traditionally follows a policy of permanent neutrality, recognized by a resolution of the United Nations General Assembly. The Human Rights Platform of the Civil Movement “Dayanch” – Turkmenistan believes that any threats of the use of force, regardless of their source, represent a dangerous signal that could contribute to further escalation in the region. We emphasize that disputes between states must be resolved exclusively through peaceful and diplomatic means, in accordance with international law and the principles of the United Nations Charter. It is also important to underline that freedom of information and access to independent media are fundamental elements of modern society. Attempts to pressure or restrict technical broadcasting infrastructure in order to suppress alternative sources of information raise serious concerns regarding compliance with international standards of freedom of expression. The Human Rights Platform of the Civil Movement “Dayanch” – Turkmenistan will continue to closely monitor the development of this situation and calls on all parties to exercise restraint, engage in dialogue, and respect international law. Source: Turkmen.news — “Iran issued military threats toward Turkmenistan over providing satellite access to Iran International” https://turkmen.news/2026/03/16/iran-vystupil-s-voennymi-ugrozami-v-adres-turkmenistana-za-predostavlenie-sputnika-telekanalu-iran-international/⁠�