TEHRAN: Iran reserves all options to defend itself after US strikes on its nuclear facilities, Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said on Sunday on X, saying the attacks were “outrageous and will have everlasting consequences”.
He also said that the US committed a grave violation of the UN charter, international law and the NPT by attacking Iran’s peaceful nuclear installations. He said that the events that took place this morning are provocative and will have long-term consequences. “Iran reserves all powers to defend its sovereignty, interests and people under the UN Charter,” Iranian Foreign Minister added.
US RECEIVES GLOBAL CRITICISM
Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel condemned US attacks on Iran, CNN reported on Sunday. In a statement, he said, “We strongly condemn us bombing of Iran’s nuclear facilities. The attacks dangerously escalate conflicts in the Middle East. The aggression is a serious violation of the UN charter and international law. The attacks are putting humanity in a crisis with irreversible consequences.”
Chilean President Gabriel Boric also condemned the US Attack, saying “We demand peace, peace is needed.” CNN also reported Venezuelan Foreign Ministry’s condemnation of military aggression against Iran.
HAMAS, HOUTHIS VOW RESPONSE
Palestinian Resistance Organization Hamas issued a statement on US attacks on Iran, condemning the attacks. According to a CNN report, Hamas said, “The brutal aggression is a dangerous escalation of tensions and blind obedience to Israel’s agenda. The attacks are a clear violation of international law and a direct threat to international peace and security.”
“The attacks violate all international norms and conventions,” Hamas said.
Another statement by officials of Yemen’s Houthi forces, as quoted by Arab media said that Washington will have to face the consequences of the attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities.
“Destroying nuclear facilities is not the end of the war, but the beginning,” Yemeni Houthi forces said, adding, “The time for hit and run is over.”
