Overview
- The forum said it was "not right" for Iran to be represented this year, confirming Abbas Araghchi would not attend.
- Araghchi had been listed for a Tuesday session at Davos before his appearance was removed from the program.
- United Against Nuclear Iran and other advocates urged the disinvitation, and the Munich Security Conference had already excluded Iranian representatives.
- Rights groups and activist sources report thousands of protesters killed and large numbers arrested, though totals vary across organizations.
- Araghchi condemned the move as politically driven and blamed the US and Israel, while Swiss officials said channels between Washington and Tehran remain open during the summit.