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Iran Condemns US-Israel Strikes as "Unprovoked and Illegal," Vows Retaliation

Iran's Foreign Minister has condemned recent attacks by the United States and Israel as unprovoked and illegitimate acts against international law. He justified Iran's retaliatory strikes on military bases as a legal act of self-defence. The attacks reportedly resulted in the deaths of senior Iranian defence officials and targeted a primary school for girls. Explosions have been reported in Tehran and other locations as Iran continues its response.

Key Points: Iran Calls US-Israel Attack Illegal, Vows Defence After Strikes

  • Iran condemns US-Israel strikes as illegal
  • Justifies retaliation as self-defence
  • Iranian commanders reportedly killed
  • Strikes targeted a girls' school
  • Multiple explosions reported in Tehran
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US-Israel attack against Iran "unprovoked, illegitimate, against international law": Iran's Foreign Minister

Iran's FM says US-Israel strikes are unprovoked and illegal, justifying retaliatory attacks as self-defence after commanders were killed.

"This attack was unprovoked, illegal and absolutely illegitimate and against international law - Seyed Abbas Araghchi"

Tehran, February 28

Iran Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi on Saturday said that the US and Israel's attack against his country is "unprovoked, illegal and absolutely illegitimate.

Araghchi justified Iran's retaliatory strikes against Israel and US military bases as an "act of self-defence", which he said is "absolutely legal and legitimate," Reuters reported.

"This attack was unprovoked, illegal and absolutely illegitimate and against international law and should be condemned. We are attacking military bases in the region as an act of self-defence. What we are doing is an act of self-defence, which is absolutely legal and legitimate," Araghchi said, according to Reuters.

Iran's Defence Minister Amir Nasirzadeh and Revolutionary Guards commander Mohammed Pakpour are believed to have been killed in an Israeli strike, according to sources familiar with Israel's military operations, and another regional source, Reuters reported.

Nasirzadeh was the Deputy Chief of Staff for the Iranian Armed Forces before taking charge as the Minister of Defence. The Minister began his military career as a fighter pilot.

Pakpour had assumed charge of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) in 2025, after the death of the previous commander, Hossein Salami, following Israeli strikes.

Araghchi earlier alleged that the Israeli strike on an Iranian primary school for girls murdered dozens. Araghchi vowed to answer the strikes.

In a post on X, he said, "The destroyed building is a primary school for girls in the south of Iran. It was bombed in broad daylight, when packed with young pupils. Dozens of innocent children have been murdered at this site alone. These crimes against the Iranian People will not go unanswered."

Iran has retaliated, targeting Israel and US assets in some 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.

- ANI

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Priyanka N
The loss of innocent children in any conflict is an unspeakable tragedy. My heart goes out to the families in Iran. As Indians, we know the cost of war and the importance of peace. The international community must step in to de-escalate this immediately. Violence only begets more violence.
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Aman W
From an Indian perspective, our foreign policy of strategic autonomy is crucial here. We have good relations with both the US and Iran. We must urge restraint and dialogue. A full-blown war in the Middle East will spike oil prices and hurt our economy badly. Jai Hind.
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Sarah B
Living in Mumbai, I'm worried about our diaspora in the Gulf if this expands. So many Indian families could be caught in the crossfire. The government should have evacuation plans ready. The statements from both sides are just propaganda. The truth is always the first casualty.
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Vikram M
Respectfully, Iran's minister calling it "unprovoked" is a bit rich. Their proxies have attacked international shipping and launched drones for years. Self-defence is a right for every nation, including Israel. That said, targeting a school is unacceptable by any measure. A terrible situation all around.
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Kavya N
This is so sad. Just ordinary people suffering on all sides. The politicians and generals make decisions, but it's the children, the soldiers, the civilians who pay the price. When will we learn? We need global leaders who value human life over geopolitical games. #Peace

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