Iran presents examples and consequences of countries “surrendering” to American pressure and participating in actions against it
Ismail Baghaei considers any participation in hostilities or economic terrorism against Iran a violation of international law
Quick Look
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Ismail Baghaei warned countries against surrendering to American pressure to intervene in the region and the Strait of Hormuz, stressing that any participation in hostile actions against Iran is considered illegal and the participating countries bear the consequences.
AI-generated summary
Why It Matters
Regional tensions escalate over the security of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz amid potential US pressure on allies.
(CNN) - Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman, Ismail Baghaei, on Thursday, highlighted examples and consequences that will result from countries that “will yield” to what he described as American “pressure” to participate in actions considered hostile against Iran.
This came in a post by Baghaei on his page on the And hostility, and participation in American military aggression and economic terrorism, which is not only inconsistent with Article 2, Paragraph 4 of the United Nations Charter, but is also considered an act of aggression in accordance with United Nations General Assembly Resolution No. 3314.”
The Iranian spokesman continued in his blog, saying, “Using misleading names such as ‘protecting maritime navigation’ or ‘fighting piracy’ does not change its illegal and hostile nature.”
He added: "Our message is clear: There is no bilateral agreement with America that allows any country to violate its international legal obligations and participate in military aggression against Iran. Any participation in America's illegal and aggressive actions will hold its participants responsible for its consequences and results."
Open Questions
- Which countries are the Iranian warning intended for?
- Are there actual military movements in the Strait of Hormuz?
