TEHRAN, Iran: Iran warned Arab states against allowing the United States or Israel to use their territory for attacks. Tehran said its forces would strike any launch sites.
The Iranian Foreign Ministry issued the warning on August 1 as military tensions intensified across the Persian Gulf.
Moreover, the ministry said Iranian military operations would continue at full strength. It cited US attacks, a naval blockade, economic pressure and threats against Iran.
Iran did not identify any governments in its statement. However, it said states providing territory, airspace, bases or logistical support would bear responsibility for subsequent strikes.
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Separately, Major General Ali Abdollahi warned regional governments against serving as a US “defensive shield.” He said such involvement would expose those countries to the conflict.
Meanwhile, Arab League foreign ministers condemned Iranian attacks on Gulf countries, Jordan and Iraq. The bloc described the attacks as violations of Arab sovereignty.
Nevertheless, Tehran maintains that attacks on US military facilities in neighbouring countries constitute self-defence under the United Nations Charter.
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Arab governments reject that argument and insist they have the right to defend their territory. Earlier, US President Donald Trump threatened further military action against Iran. His warning came amid renewed attacks and continued disruption in the Strait of Hormuz.
