Israel’s Ambassador to Nigeria, Michael Freeman, has called attention to Iran’s role in fostering terrorism and instability, asserting that global peace may remain out of reach without significant change in Iran’s leadership.
Speaking at the screening of the documentary “We Will Dance Again”, Freeman emphasized that “the root of this war and ongoing instability is Iran,” highlighting Iran’s support of groups like Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Houthis. 
Freeman further noted that Iran’s influence stretches beyond the Middle East into parts of Africa, including Nigeria, which has faced its own struggles with radical terrorism.
Freeman urged the international community to address Iran’s leadership, stating, “The sooner the world addresses Iran’s leadership and initiates change, the sooner global peace can be achieved.”
He emphasized that Iran’s backing of militant groups contributes to ongoing violence, claiming that this influence has derailed efforts toward stability, particularly in regions where peace is desperately needed.
Additionally, Freeman argued that addressing terrorism on a global scale requires shared knowledge and collaborative action, given the far-reaching impacts of such violence.
Recalling Israel’s 2005 Gaza withdrawal as an example of its efforts to support Palestinian self-governance, Freeman pointed to Hamas’s takeover in 2007 as a turning point that undermined development efforts in Gaza, with resources redirected toward militarization instead.
He highlighted the critical need to address the foundational causes of these conflicts, stressing that without such action, innocent lives will continue to be lost, and lasting peace will remain elusive.
