Tehran/New York, , 01 March (H.S.): Iran adopted a defiant stance amid escalating military confrontation with the US and Israel, officially designating all regional American and Israeli installations as legitimate military targets.Araghchi's Letter to UN LeadershipForeign Minister Abbas Araghchi wrote to UN Secretary-General António Guterres and Security Council President, asserting Tehran will exercise self-defense rights until the alleged aggression ceases completely and unconditionally. He accused the US and Israel of violating UN Charter Article 2(4), labeling aerial assaults armed invasions.
Iran vowed deployment of all necessary defensive capabilities against hostile actions.
Defense Ministry Issues Stark Warning
The Defense Ministry declared full arms and equipment support for ongoing operations until enemy defeat. It portrayed US-Israel strikes as self-defeating folly warranting harsh, regrettable responses.A senior IRGC commander claimed only outdated or limited missiles used thus far, hinting at more potent, unpredictable weaponry in subsequent phases.
Vengeance for Fallen Children
On social media, Araghchi questioned US attack motives, suggesting the administration was dragged in. He warned, Iran will punish those killing our children, clarifying enmity targets policies—not American people—allegedly misleading citizens.
24 Provinces Hit, 201 Confirmed Dead
Iranian Red Crescent spokesperson told Mehr News Agency that US-Israel strikes impacted 24 provinces, confirming 201 deaths and 747 injuries. Over 220 teams conduct debris clearance, medical evacuations, and civilian relocations in affected zones.Amid Middle East deterioration, global calls for restraint persist, yet rhetoric signals unrelenting confrontation.
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