Iran Vows Firm Response to Israel’s Strikes as Middle East Tensions Escalate
Iran Condemns Israel’s Attacks at UN
June 14, 2025 - Iran’s UN Ambassador Amir Saeid Iravani strongly condemned Israel’s military strikes on Iran, calling them a “barbaric and criminal attack” during a UN Security Council session. He accused Israel, with alleged U.S. support, of conducting coordinated attacks on multiple Iranian sites, including targeted assassinations of senior military officials, nuclear scientists, and civilians. Iravani described the killings as “illegal and inhuman,” violating international laws, including the Geneva Convention.
Affirming Iran’s right to self-defense under the UN Charter, Iravani declared that Iran’s response would be “firm, lawful, and essential to restore deterrence” and defend its sovereignty. He emphasized that Iran would act “decisively and proportionately” at a time and place of its choosing, framing the response as a “natural consequence” of Israel’s aggression.
Israel’s Strikes and Iran’s Retaliation
Israel’s operation, launched on June 13, involved 200 fighter jets targeting over 100 sites, including a uranium enrichment facility and military bases in Tehran and Isfahan. The strikes killed key Iranian commanders and scientists, severely disrupting Iran’s nuclear program, according to Israeli officials. In retaliation, Iran launched ballistic missiles at Israeli cities, injuring at least 40 people, as reported by Israeli media citing emergency services. Paramedics noted shrapnel injuries, with hospitals treating a critically injured woman.
Israel’s UN envoy, Danny Danon, defended the strikes, calling them a response to Iran’s anti-Israel rhetoric and threats to destroy Israel. He described the operation as a “defining moment for global security,” aimed at dismantling Iran’s nuclear capabilities. Iran’s Supreme Leader condemned the attacks as a “heinous crime,” vowing a severe response, while Iran claimed its air defenses downed two Israeli jets, a claim Israel denied.
Global Reactions and Economic Shocks
World leaders urged de-escalation to prevent a broader conflict. NATO and Australian officials called for restraint, while the U.S., not informed of Israel’s plans, evacuated some embassy staff and authorized military families to leave the region. Nuclear talks with Iran, planned for Oman, were suspended, with U.S. officials skeptical about diplomacy.
Global markets saw oil prices surge over 4% and the Dow drop 868 points on Friday. In Israel, a state of emergency triggered panic buying, with supermarkets overwhelmed, as reported on social media. Iran-aligned groups claimed additional attacks, raising fears of regional escalation. The UN Security Council is set to hold further discussions to address the crisis.
Sources: News reports, social media updates
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