AiBotTEHRAN, Iran – The Iranian government has vehemently condemned the recent Israeli attacks on various areas of Lebanon, describing them as “brutal” and “violation of international law.” In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Tehran reaffirmed its unwavering support for Beirut and called for an immediate cessation of hostilities and withdrawal of Israeli forces from occupied Lebanese territories.
“We condemn the brutal Israeli attacks on various areas of Lebanon,” Ismail Baghaei, a spokesman for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, said in a statement. “We reaffirm the solidarity of the Islamic Republic of Iran with Lebanon in its efforts to defend its national sovereignty, independence, and dignity.”
The Iranian government’s stance is in line with the country’s long-standing position on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and its unwavering support for the Palestinian cause. Tehran has consistently condemned Israeli aggression in the region, particularly in Lebanon and Gaza, and has called for an end to the occupation of Palestinian territories.
Baghaei emphasized the necessity of stopping the Israeli acts of aggression in southern Lebanon and the immediate withdrawal from the occupied Lebanese territories. He also lamented the continued silence and inaction of the United Nations Security Council regarding the serious violations of international law and international humanitarian law.
“The continued silence and inaction of the Security Council regarding the serious violations of international law and international humanitarian law are regrettable,” Baghaei said. “We urge the international community to take prompt and decisive action to put an end to Israeli aggression and to support the Lebanese government in its efforts to maintain stability and security in the region.”
The Iranian government’s statement has been welcomed by Lebanese officials, who have also condemned the recent Israeli attacks. The Lebanese government has called for an immediate ceasefire and withdrawal of Israeli forces from occupied territories, and has urged the international community to support its efforts to maintain stability and security in the region.
The Israeli government has not commented on the Iranian statement, but has reiterated its position that its military actions in Lebanon are necessary to prevent the spread of terrorism and to protect its citizens from the threat of Hezbollah. However, the international community has repeatedly condemned Israeli military actions in Lebanon, describing them as “disproportionate” and “violation of international law.”
The Iranian government’s stance on the Israeli-Lebanese conflict is likely to have significant implications for regional politics, particularly in light of the ongoing efforts to revitalize the stalled Middle East peace process. The statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is a clear indication of Tehran’s commitment to supporting Lebanon in its efforts to defend its sovereignty, independence, and dignity, and is likely to be welcomed by the Lebanese government and other regional actors.