Iran Condemns US and UK Airstrikes in Yemen, Calls for Global Action

The Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has condemned the recent US and UK airstrikes in Yemen, calling them violations of international law and emphasizing their link to broader regional instability, particularly regarding the Palestinian plight. The strikes resulted in significant casualties in Yemen, and Iran calls for global action to address the humanitarian crisis.

The Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has condemned the recent airstrikes executed by the United States and the United Kingdom on Yemeni territories, particularly in the capital, Sana’a, resulting in numerous casualties, including women and children. The ministry’s spokesperson, Esmaeil Baghaei, emphasized that these actions constitute a clear breach of the UN Charter and essential international laws that advocate for respecting national sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Baghaei insisted that it is the duty of the United Nations and the UN Security Council to address such violations that jeopardize international peace and security. He denounced the US-British military actions as part of a broader agenda that includes supporting the genocide of the Palestinian populace and undermining their legitimate rights.

The spokesperson indicated that the underlying cause of instability in West Asia is the ongoing violence and occupation in the Palestinian territories, which continues with the backing of the US, UK, and other Western countries. This situation presents a significant threat to both regional and global security.

Furthermore, Baghaei urged governments and international organizations to fulfill their legal and moral obligations to combat genocide and ethnic cleansing in the occupied Palestinian territories, where various forms of oppression, including starvation, are being inflicted on Palestinians, particularly during Ramadan.

In the recent airstrikes that began on Saturday night, American and British warplanes targeted multiple sites in Yemen, including the northern province of Sa’ada, the central province of al-Bayda, and the southwestern province of Dhamar. According to the Yemeni health ministry, at least 31 individuals were killed, and over 101 sustained injuries due to these attacks. The strikes are reportedly a response to threats made by the Yemeni Armed Forces to take retaliatory measures against Israeli-associated vessels in the Red Sea, related to the blockade on Gaza.

In conclusion, the Iranian government has vocally condemned the recent US and UK airstrikes in Yemen, framing them as violations of international law and advocates for Palestinian rights. The situation reflects broader tensions in West Asia and highlights the need for global cooperation to address the humanitarian crisis in both Yemen and Palestine. The Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs continues to call for urgent intervention by the international community to halt these acts of aggression and support oppressed populations.

Original Source: www.presstv.ir