Iran's Foreign Minister Says Will Continue Defensive Actions Against "Aggressors"

Xinhua News Agency, Tehran, March 30 - According to a report from the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting on the 30th, Iranian Foreign Minister Amir-Abdollahian stated during a phone call with French Foreign Minister Le Drian that Iran will continue to carry out "defensive actions" against "aggressors." Le Drian expressed concern over the escalation of the situation in the Middle East, emphasizing the need to strengthen political and diplomatic efforts.

Amir-Abdollahian stated that Iran will continue to carry out "defensive actions" against "aggressors," including military bases and facilities deployed on the territory of regional countries. The reason for Iran's "defensive actions" in the region is that the United States is waging an illegal war against Iran using the territory, bases, and facilities of these countries.

Amir-Abdollahian pointed out that the main source of tension in the Strait of Hormuz is the military aggression of the United States and Israel against Iran. The Strait of Hormuz is closed to vessels from parties involved in the aggression against Iran, "to prevent aggressors from using the Strait of Hormuz to carry out illegal attacks on Iran." Meanwhile, relevant Iranian authorities are coordinating the passage of vessels from other countries.

Le Drian stated that France opposes the war imposed on Iran and attacks on civilian targets. He emphasized the need to strengthen political and diplomatic efforts to seek a solution to end the war and restore regional stability and security.