Iran Defies US Threats, Cites UN Charter, Vows Retaliation for Any Attack
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Iran Warns US: Retaliation 'Decisive' if Attacked, Cites UN Charter
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News18•20-02-2026, 16:24
Iran Warns US: Retaliation 'Decisive' if Attacked, Cites UN Charter
•Iran warns of 'decisive and proportionate' response to any military attack, citing UN Charter right to self-defense.
•Ambassador Amir Saeid Iravani informed UN Secretary-General and Security Council President of Iran's stance.
•Iran states all hostile forces' bases and assets in the region would be legitimate targets if attacked, holding US responsible for consequences.
•The warning follows Donald Trump's ultimatum and mention of using the Diego Garcia military base.
•Iran appeals to the UN to prevent normalization of threats of force and reiterates commitment to a lasting nuclear agreement with honest US negotiations.