As a consequence of a violent attack carried out in fresh hours by Israel in Iran's territory, the Ministry of abroad Affairs of the muslim Republic of Iran issued a sharp statement, full of unequivocal accusations and retaliatory announcements.
The attack that took place this morning included the capital of Tehran and another cities in the country. The Iranian authorities claim that residential areas were besides targeted, and victims were both military and civilian.
In Iran's dramatic message to the nation, the MFA said:
"Beloved Homeland, Iran, has been unfairly attacked by a criminal and despicable regime."
Iran claims that there has been a massive breach of its sovereignty by Israeli forces which struck without informing and without justification.
"This morning, the business and violent Zionist government violated the territorial integrity and national sovereignty of our dear homeland, attacking respective locations, including residential areas in Tehran and another cities. As a consequence of these attacks, many of the nation's most noble and patriotic servants—those who defended Iran's dignity, its sovereignty and its technological and technological achievements—with another innocent civilians were murdered.”
At the same time, the authorities pay tribute to the dead, emphasizing their martyrdom as a symbol of the country's defence.
"The Ministry of abroad Affairs congratulates and condolences the Venerable Leader and the noble nation of Iran on the martyrdom of those defenders and servants of the homeland who sacrificed their lives for the nation in the face of the unforgivable crime of the Zionist regime."
The MFA clearly indicates that Iran will not leave the attack unanswered, citing global law.
"The Zionist regime's attacks on Iran are a violation of Article 2(4) of the United Nations Charter and a clear act of aggression against the muslim Republic of Iran. In accordance with Article 51 of the Charter of the United Nations, Iran reserves the right to a legitimate and legitimate consequence to this aggression."
According to the authorities, the Iranian military has free control over the scale and form of retaliation.
"The Armed Forces of the muslim Republic of Iran will not hesitate to defend Iran's sovereignty with full force and in a way they consider appropriate."
Iran besides calls on the global community for immediate diplomatic and political action.
"We call upon all associate States of the United Nations, especially regional and muslim countries, members of the Non-Involved States Movement, and all governments who value global peace and security, to immediately condemn this criminal aggression and take urgent and collective action against this irresponsible unrest, which has clearly placed peace and safety in the planet in unprecedented danger."
In the final part of the statement, the work was not only for Israel, but besides for its main ally.
"The United States, as the main patron of this regime, is besides liable for the dangerous consequences of these reckless actions."
Current situation in Iran
According to information from Iranian and independent sources, the country is in full combat readiness. The Revolutionary defender Corps forces are deployed in the border areas. Air defence systems were launched, and many rockets and drones were intercepted – however, any hit targets close Tehran and Isfahan. Military airports in the central part of the country were evacuated. The authorities have introduced limitations in airspace and a partial communication blockade in border regions.
Borders with Iraq and Azerbaijan are presently closed for civilian traffic. Reservoirs are being mobilised throughout the country, and state media call for national unity.
Israel on advanced alert
The situation is equally tense in Israel. Following an attack on targets in Iran, Israeli authorities announced full military mobilization. All over the country there is the deployment of rocket defence systems for the Iron Dome and Proca David. Cities specified as Tel Aviv, Haifa and Beer Szew were in an increased state of danger and emergency plans were implemented for civilians.
Hospitals across the country have been put on alert, and Israel's defence Forces (IDF) are moving units close the borders with Lebanon and Syria, expecting a possible consequence from Hezbollah and another Iranian allies. The chief of staff of the IDF, General Herzi Halevi, issued an order to regroup the resurgents and to open strategical ammunition warehouses.
In the occupied territories tensions are expanding – according to local sources, Israeli troops are strengthening their presence in the West Bank and around the Gaza Strip. On the another hand, the Israeli government is intensively consulting Washington and European allies, preparing for both Iran's possible retaliation and the consequence of the global community.
The Israeli Prime Minister has not made a public appearance yet, but his office has reported that Israel has "implemented an operation aimed at an existential threat" and that "it will operate wherever the safety of citizens requires it". Sources close to the government say: Israel is preparing for a wider conflict.
