Kampala, Uganda — The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Kampala has released an official statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemning what it describes as a “criminal and unforgivable act of military aggression” by the Israeli government against Iranian territory.
In an official statement issued through its Embassy in Kampala, Uganda, several locations, including residential areas in Tehran and other cities, were struck in a surprise attack early Friday morning.
The Iranian government claims the assault resulted in the deaths of multiple civilians and high-ranking members of Iran’s scientific and defense community, whom the statement described as “the noblest and most patriotic servants of the nation.”
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs labeled the attack a “blatant act of aggression” and a violation of international law, citing Article 2(4) of the United Nations Charter, which prohibits the use of force against the territorial integrity of any state. Invoking Article 51 of the Charter, Iran asserted its right to respond in self-defense.
“The Armed Forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran will not hesitate to defend Iran’s sovereignty with full strength and in the manner they deem appropriate,” the statement declared.
Iran has called on the United Nations Security Council to take immediate action against Israel for what it termed a threat to international peace and security.
The statement also appealed to the UN Secretary-General to intervene, and urged global condemnation from all UN member states, particularly from regional and Islamic countries, as well as members of the Non-Aligned Movement.
The Iranian government further accused the United States of complicity, asserting that such an attack “could not have been carried out without the coordination and approval of the United States.” It warned that Washington, as Israel’s “primary patron,” would also bear responsibility for any broader consequences stemming from the escalation.
While Israel has not officially commented on the accusations, international observers are closely monitoring the situation, amid fears of rising tensions and potential retaliation in an already volatile region.
