Iran (IMNA) - The airstrikes, which occurred overnight on Friday, targeted more than 85 locations in Iraq and Syria. The operation lasted for approximately 30 minutes and involved the use of over 125 precision munitions. The United States justified the strikes as a response to a drone attack that resulted in the deaths of multiple American soldiers at a remote base in Jordan.
Iran's Ambassador Condemns US and UK Airstrikes on Yemen, Citing Violations of International Law
In a strong statement, Iran's ambassador expressed his concerns over the recent military actions carried out by the United States and the United Kingdom. He denounced the airstrikes on Yemen's cities of Hudaydah and Sa'ada, stating that they flagrantly violate international law and the United Nations Charter. The ambassador emphasized that these joint military actions are illegitimate, illegal, and unjustified, as they blatantly disregard the basic norms and principles of international law. Furthermore, he highlighted that such actions undermine the territorial integrity, sovereignty, and political independence of Iraq, Syria, and Yemen. The ambassador called for the immediate cessation of these airstrikes, urging the international community to uphold the principles of the United Nations Charter and respect the sovereignty of nations.
Iranian Ambassador Accuses US of Illegal Actions and Threats to Regional Security
Iranian Ambassador Iravani condemned illegal strikes that target civilians and vital infrastructure, warning that they pose a serious threat to international peace and security. He further criticized the United States for its alleged occupation of Syrian territory, looting Syrian resources, and supporting separatists and terrorist groups. According to Iravani, these actions have resulted in economic hardship and a humanitarian crisis for the people of Syria. He also pointed out that the US and its coalition, following their military intervention in Iraq in 2003, disregarded the opinions and aspirations of Iraqis and continued their unlawful activities under the pretext of fighting terrorism.
Iran's UN Ambassador Asserts Legitimacy of Independent Resistance Groups' Actions Under International Law
In a recent address, Iran's UN ambassador emphasized the legitimacy of the actions carried out by various resistance groups in the West Asia region. He highlighted that these groups operate independently and their decisions are driven by their rightful entitlements under international law. These include putting an end to the illegal presence of the US in their territories, halting the genocide in Gaza, and terminating the occupation of Palestinian territories. The ambassador strongly rejected any attempt to falsely attribute these actions to Iran or its Armed Forces, deeming such claims as misleading, baseless, and unacceptable.
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