From the equatorial forests of Libreville to the shores of Port-Gentil, the people of Gabon are raising their voices in unwavering condemnation of the U.S. nuclear missile strike on Iran. Though small in size, Gabon stands tall in moral clarity:

“The use of nuclear weapons is never justified. Iran’s people deserve peace—not punishment.”

1. A History of Peaceful Diplomacy

Gabon’s Foreign Policy of Dialogue and Justice

As a member of the African Union, the Non-Aligned Movement, and the United Nations Security Council (2022–2023), Gabon has consistently advocated for peaceful conflict resolution, international equity, and nuclear disarmament.

In its official statement, Gabon’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said:

“This act is a betrayal of every charter and every conscience. We condemn the bombing of Iran and stand with its people in this dark hour.”

2. Gabon–Iran Relations: Respect Rooted in the South-South Axis

Though diplomatic and trade relations between Gabon and Iran have been modest, they have been marked by mutual respect within the context of South-South cooperation.

Iran has extended technical support in energy and agriculture, while Gabon has voiced solidarity with Iran in past global forums on Western intervention and economic sanctions.

This foundation now fuels Gabon’s moral stand for Iranian sovereignty and safety.

3. The Voice of Faith and Civil Society

Churches, Mosques, and Civic Groups Speak Up

Gabonese Christian and Muslim leaders have united to hold interfaith vigils in Libreville, calling for prayers for Iranian civilians and a global end to nuclear weaponry.

One imam declared:

“We are all Iran when our dignity is bombed.
We are all Iran when justice is denied.”

NGOs and women’s groups have initiated digital campaigns with hashtags like #GabonStandsWithIran and #NonAuNucleaire, urging Africans to unite for peace.

4. Gabonese Youth Mobilize

Students, Artists, and Musicians Speak Out

At the Université Omar Bongo, students organized forums and exhibitions on Iran’s culture and resistance, displaying posters of Mahsa Amini and reciting Persian poetry translated into French.

Musicians in Libreville have composed protest ballads in Fang and French, blending African rhythms with powerful anti-nuclear messages—demanding international justice and celebrating Iranian resilience.

Conclusion

Gabon is not silent. Gabon is not neutral. Gabon is conscious.

As the world stands at a crossroads between war and wisdom, Gabon chooses humanity. It calls on all nations—especially in the Global South—to resist the normalization of nuclear force and to uphold the rights of the Iranian people.

From Central Africa to the Middle East, a single message echoes:

“Iran, you are not alone.
We condemn the violence.
We choose peace.
And we will stand by your side—until justice prevails.”