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Iran Vows Retaliation as US Attacks Escalate, Gulf Tensions Soar

Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has declared that Iran will not remain passive in the face of U.S. attacks on its people, asserting the country's right to self-defense under the UN Charter. He expressed confusion over U.S. actions, noting attacks occurred even during negotiation periods, and vowed consequences for those killing Iranian citizens. The conflict has escalated with reported explosions in Tehran and Iranian retaliatory strikes targeting Israeli and U.S. assets in the Gulf. Several countries have closed their airspace, prompting the Indian Embassy in the UAE to advise nationals against unnecessary travel.

Key Points: Iran Warns US Amid Military Strikes, Gulf Conflict Escalates

  • Iran warns of retaliation for US attacks
  • FM cites UN self-defense right
  • Regional airspace shut amid strikes
  • Indian Embassy issues UAE travel advisory
  • Explosions reported in Tehran, Gulf states
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"Iran will not sit idly by as US attacks our people": FM Seyed Abbas Araghchi amid escalating conflict

Iran's FM says it will not sit idly by after US attacks, vows to punish those responsible. Regional airspace shuts as conflict spreads.

"Iran will not sit idly by as the U.S. attacks our people. - Seyed Abbas Araghchi"

Tehran, March 1

Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said that Iran will not remain silent after the United States attacks its people, amid rising tensions following US and Israeli military actions.

He said Iran is acting in self-defence under the UN Charter and warned that those responsible for killing Iranian citizens would face consequences.

In an interview with NBC News, Araghchi said, "Engaging with counterparts from brotherly neighbors to clarify that Iran is solely exercising its right to self-defense under UN Charter. Iran will not sit idly by as the U.S. attacks our people. Regretful that targets are located in friendly states."

"I do not know why the U.S. administration insists on beginning a negotiation with Iran and then attacking Iran in middle of talks. The same thing happened last June. 48 hours ago, even Oman's Foreign Minister confirmed," he said.

"We do not understand the reasons for the U.S. attack on Iran. Perhaps the U.S. administration was dragged into it. Here is what I do know: Iran will punish those who kill our children. Our enmity is not with the American people, who are being lied to yet again," he said.

Earlier, US President Donald Trump said that the US had begun "major combat operations" in Iran after Israel also said it had launched missile attacks against the country, as per Al Jazeera.

Meanwhile, Iran has retaliated, targeting Israel and US assets in multiple Gulf states. Multiple explosions have been heard in Iran's capital, Tehran, while blasts have also been reported in several other locations across the country.

Several countries across the region have shut their airspace amid the exchange of attacks.

The Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi on Saturday issued an advisory for Indian students in the UAE to avoid unnecessary travel.

The advisory was one of the many issued by Indian missions in the Middle East.

"In view of the current regional situation, all Indian nationals in the United Arab Emirates are advised to avoid unnecessary travel, take due care, remain vigilant, follow safety guidelines and advisories as and when issued by the UAE authorities and the Embassy. The Embassy of India, Abu Dhabi and the Consulate General in Dubai are continuing to function normally and will issue updates as necessary," the advisory read.

- ANI

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Rohit P
The US foreign policy is so inconsistent. They talk peace and then attack. No wonder Iran is angry. This instability is bad for the whole world, especially for oil prices which directly hit our economy.
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Arjun K
As an Indian, our primary concern should be the safety of our diaspora. But we also need a balanced foreign policy. We have good relations with both the US and Gulf nations. This is a tightrope walk for MEA.
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Sarah B
While Iran has a right to defend itself, escalating conflict helps no one. The real victims are ordinary people on all sides. Hope diplomacy prevails before it turns into a full-blown regional war.
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Vikram M
Petrol prices are going to skyrocket again. This is the real impact for us common Indians. Every time there is tension in the Gulf, our budget gets disrupted. Governments should find peaceful solutions, not create more problems.
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Karthik V
Respectfully, I think Iran's statement is justified from their perspective. If any country attacked us, we would also retaliate. The UN Charter does give the right to self-defence. The cycle of violence needs to stop somewhere.

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