Iran refers to the Israeli strike as a diplomatic “betrayal”
A recent Israeli military strike on Iranian land has been harshly denounced by Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, who has called it a “war crime” because it occurred at a time when diplomatic efforts are being made to de-escalate the situation in the region.
According to reports, a military installation close to Isfahan was the target of the late Wednesday night attack. Although Israeli officials have not officially taken credit, regional media have cited intelligence sources that indicate Israel carried out the strike in an attempt to thwart Iran’s growing missile capabilities.
“The Israeli regime’s attack on our soil, at a time when diplomatic channels are open and active, is not only a blatant violation of international law but a war crime under the Geneva Conventions,” Araghchi said during a press conference in Tehran.
Iran has officially complained to the UN Security Council and requested an urgent meeting to discuss what it refers to as “Israeli aggression aimed at sabotaging peace efforts.”
The attack coincides with ongoing diplomatic talks between Iran, the European Union, and regional parties aimed at reviving aspects of the 2015 nuclear agreement and lowering Middle East tensions.
International reactions have been conflicting. The United States voiced “deep concern” over the escalation but refrained from directly denouncing Israel, while the EU has urged restraint on all parties.
The timing of the attack, according to analysts, might sabotage the delicate conversation that is currently taking place and increase the likelihood of a wider regional confrontation.
According to a senior EU diplomat participating in the negotiations, “you can’t bomb your way to peace.” “At a crucial time, this act has dangerously undermined trust.”
The international world is under increasing pressure to avert a full-scale conflict in an already unstable region as both countries dig in.
DW News
