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Iran has formally requested the UN to recognize the US and Israel as aggressors following recent airstrikes. The attacks targeted nuclear sites and civilians, violating international law. A ceasefire was brokered after days of retaliatory strikes. Tehran insists the UN must act to prevent further escalation.

Key Points: Iran Urges UN to Label US and Israel as Aggressors

  • Iran accuses US and Israel of violating UN Charter with attacks
  • Airstrikes targeted nuclear facilities and civilian infrastructure
  • Ceasefire reached after 12 days of escalating conflict
  • Tehran demands UN action to prevent future aggression
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Iran calls on UN to recognise US, Israel as initiators of 'aggression'

Iran's foreign minister calls on the UN to hold the US and Israel accountable for attacks on nuclear sites and civilians.

"The UNSC should hold the aggressors accountable and prevent recurrence of such crimes – Seyed Abbas Araghchi"

Tehran, June 30

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi called on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) to recognise Israel and the United States as the initiators of the "aggression" against Iran.

In a letter addressed to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and UNSC President Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett, Araghchi on Sunday, urged the Council to fulfill its responsibility in maintaining international peace and security, according to the official IRNA news agency.

He accused Israel of deliberately targeting residential buildings, civilians, and civilian infrastructure, describing the attacks as a "flagrant breach" of the UN Charter and a "blatant violation" of international law.

Araghchi said Israel and the United States had also targeted Iran's nuclear facilities -- safeguarded by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) -- in "grave violation of the UN Charter, the Non-Proliferation Treaty, as well as the IAEA's instruments and resolutions."

The Iranian foreign minister emphasised that the UNSC should hold the "aggressors" accountable and act to prevent the recurrence of such "crimes."

On June 13, Israel launched major airstrikes on several areas in Iran, including nuclear and military sites, killing senior commanders, nuclear scientists, and numerous civilians. Iran responded with multiple waves of missile and drone attacks on Israel, Xinhua news agency reported.

On June 22, US forces bombed three Iranian nuclear facilities. In retaliation, Iran struck the US Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar.

After 12 days of fighting, a ceasefire between Iran and Israel was reached on Tuesday.

- IANS

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Priya N
While I don't support violence from any side, Iran has a point about UN's double standards. Remember how Iraq was destroyed based on false WMD claims? History repeats itself. The UN needs reform urgently.
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Amit K
India should maintain strategic neutrality here. We have good relations with both Iran and Israel. This conflict is complex with decades of history. Better to focus on our national interests than take sides.
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Sarah B
As an expat in India, I see both perspectives. But targeting nuclear facilities is extremely dangerous for global security. The UN must investigate properly before assigning blame. Peace should be the priority.
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Nikhil R
The hypocrisy is staggering! When Pakistan sponsors terrorism in India, the world stays silent. But when Iran defends itself, suddenly everyone cares about "international law". Double standards much?
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Meera T
While I understand Iran's frustration, we must remember they're not saints either. Their support for groups like Hezbollah is problematic. The whole region needs to de-escalate for peace.
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Varun P
This conflict shows why India needs to be self-reliant in defense. We can't depend on any superpower - whether US, Russia or others. Atmanirbhar Bharat is the only way forward for our security.

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