Iran Condemns US and UK Airstrikes in Yemen as Violations of International Law
The Iranian Foreign Ministry has condemned US and UK airstrikes in Yemen, citing violations of international law and highlighting humanitarian crises. Spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei called for global accountability and action against oppression in Palestine, linking regional instability to Western support for occupation. Recent strikes in Yemen resulted in significant casualties amidst heightened tensions.
The Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has condemned the recent airstrikes conducted by the United States and the United Kingdom in Yemen, specifically targeting the capital Sana’a. These attacks reportedly resulted in numerous casualties, including women and children. The ministry’s spokesperson, Esmaeil Baghaei, criticized these actions as serious violations of the UN Charter and international laws, emphasizing the need to respect national sovereignty.
Baghaei emphasized the accountability of the United Nations and the UN Security Council in addressing such violations that threaten international peace. He characterized the US-British military actions as part of a broader support for oppressive regimes, particularly in their treatment of the Palestinian people. The spokesperson attributed ongoing instability in West Asia to the continued violence and occupation of Palestinian territories, which he claims is supported by Western powers.
Furthermore, he urged international and Muslim organizations to fulfill their legal and moral obligations to oppose genocide and ethnic cleansing in Palestine, particularly highlighting the humanitarian crises exacerbated during Ramadan.
On the night prior, US and UK warplanes executed extensive airstrikes in various locations across Yemen, including Sana’a, Sa’ada, al-Bayda, and Dhamar. The Yemeni health ministry reported that these strikes resulted in at least 31 fatalities and 101 injuries, with the attacks continuing into the following day. This military surge followed threats from the Yemeni Armed Forces to respond to Israeli-affiliated vessels in the Red Sea as a retaliation for the blockade on Gaza.
In conclusion, the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has strongly condemned the recent US-British airstrikes in Yemen, highlighting issues of international law and sovereignty. The spokesperson, Esmaeil Baghaei, has called for accountability from global organizations and emphasized the urgent need for action against ongoing humanitarian crises in Palestine. The situation has escalated tensions in the region, emphasizing the complex intersection of conflicts affecting Yemen and Palestine.
Original Source: www.presstv.ir
