UK, France, and Germany unite to counter Iran's strike plans
France, Germany, and the United Kingdom have called on Iran to withdraw plans for an attack on Israel. However, Tehran has rejected this appeal. Such demands "lack political logic and are contrary to the principles of international law," said Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Nasser Kanaani.
France, Germany, and the United Kingdom published a joint statement urging Iran and Tehran's allies to "refrain from attacks that would further escalate regional tensions and jeopardize the opportunity to agree [to] a ceasefire and the release of hostages."
It was emphasized that Iran and its allies would "bear responsibility for actions that jeopardize this opportunity for peace and stability."
Iran rejects western countries' appeal
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Nasser Kanaani, through the Tasnim agency, responded to this appeal. He stated that the "Israeli regime" is committing war crimes against the "defenceless Palestinian nation."
Kanaani said that in a situation where the United Nations and its Security Council have been unable for over ten months to create a deterrent against the criminal Zionist regime, the scale of anti-human crimes against the Palestinian nation is taking on new dimensions.
"He accused the Europeans of "brazenly" asking Iran to refrain from 'punitive and deterrent actions against the regime that has violated its sovereignty and territorial integrity' with the killing of Haniyeh," reports The Financial Times.
Kanaani emphasised that such demands lack political logic and are completely contrary to the principles and rules of international law. They are excessive demands and constitute public and practical support for international crimes and terrorism, as he stated.
"The continuous insane attacks by the Zionist regime against Palestinian civilians and the brutal massacre of women, children and the elderly, especially today's heinous attack by this regime on Palestinian refugees living in al-Tabin School, once again proved that the apartheid Israeli regime is not committed to any rules and regulations of international law as well as moral and humane principles" the spokesperson added.
He added that "Iran is determined to defend its sovereignty and national security and does not ask for permission to use its recognised rights."
Will Iran strike?
Iran is once again considering a plan for a major attack on Israel. However, Tehran is under diplomatic pressure from the United States, warning of severe consequences for such a move. U.S. officials believe Iran's response is inevitable, though it may be less intense and postponed in time.
Meanwhile, Yemeni rebel leader Abdul Malik al-Houthi announced that his group would join a collective retaliation against Israel as part of the so-called axis of resistance, and actions will be coordinated between Iran, Hezbollah, Hamas, and the Houthis, according to the Times of Israel. In July, the Houthis carried out an attack on Israel that resulted in the death of one person; in response, Israeli air forces bombed the city of Al-Hudaydah, controlled by the group.
Israeli Channel 12 reported on Wednesday that Israel warned Hezbollah and Iran that any civilian casualties during the planned attack would be considered crossing a red line, prompting a "disproportionate response."
