BAKU, Azerbaijan, February 28. Iran is always
ready to defend itself, just as it's always ready for discussion,
the statement of the Iranian Foreign Ministry says, Trend reports.
According to the statement, the Iranian armed forces will
respond to the attacks with all their might.
The statement noted that the Israeli and U.S. military
airstrikes on Iran are a clear violation of the UN Charter and a
clear armed attack on Iran. In response to these attacks, Iran will
use its might and capabilities to prevent the attacks in accordance
with Article 51 of the UN Charter.
The statement pointed out that Iran wants the UN and the UN
Security Council to fulfill their duties regarding the violation of
international peace and security.
"All UN member states, especially regional and Muslim countries,
Non-Aligned Movement countries and countries that feel responsible
for international peace, are expected to respond to these attacks
and take steps to preserve peace in the region and the world," the
statement emphasized.
Following the second round of nuclear talks between Washington
and Tehran on February 17, which ended without progress, the U.S.
increased its presence in areas near Iran, deploying over 150
aircraft to bases in Europe and the Middle East.
The escalation follows the 3rd round of nuclear talks between
Iran and the United States in Geneva on February 26. Held under the
administration of U.S. President Donald Trump, the negotiations
were seen as a last opportunity for a diplomatic resolution.
However, no agreements were reached, as Tehran refused to halt
uranium enrichment, dismantle its nuclear facilities, or accept
indefinite restrictions on its nuclear program. On the morning of
February 28, Israel and the U.S. began launching strikes on Iran
from land, sea, and air.
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