In a telephone conversation with his British counterpart Yvette Cooper, Araqchi and Cooper discussed the dimensions and consequences of the war imposed by the United States and the Israeli regime on Iran, as well as the current regional situation.
Araqchi highlighted that Iran was subjected to military aggression for the second time while engaged in diplomacy.
“America and the Israeli regime, in violation of all international principles and rules, attacked our country. They cowardly martyred our Leader, several senior officials, and a large number of innocent people, including more than 170 elementary school students,” he stated.
Separately, the Iranian foreign minister detailed Iran's defensive actions in response to the aggression by the United States and Israel.
He condemned the negative and biased stance of Britain and some European countries toward this blatant violation of international law.
Araqchi stressed Iran's inherent right to legitimate self-defense under Article 51 of the UN Charter, declaring, “We respect the sovereignty of neighboring countries and have no intention of attacking them, but unfortunately American bases are located in these countries and attacks against us are launched from these bases, and these countries have failed to fulfill their international responsibility to prevent the use of their territory for attacks against Iran.”
Meanwhile, Araqchi strongly condemned the attack on the Pars South facilities.
He criticized the failure to condemn this dangerous and adventurist action, while voicing serious objection to the positions of Britain and certain other countries in condemning Iran's reactive measures.
Araqchi warned against any assistance or support to the aggressors in this unlawful action against Iran, adding: “Such actions will only exacerbate the situation and make conditions more complicated.”