UNAC Statement, October 3, 2024
Iran executed a legal and legitimate response to provocations by Israel following illegal terrorist attacks by the Zionist regime that targeted Iranian nationals and interests, infringing upon Iran’s sovereignty. In accordance with Article 51 of the United Nations Charter, Iran launched over 200 ballistic missiles at military targets in Israel on Tuesday. These strikes directly retaliated against Israeli airstrikes in Beirut, which massacred hundreds of Lebanese civilians and targeted Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah and Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps commander Abbas Nilforoushan.
Iran’s retaliatory strikes focused solely on Israeli Occupation Forces (IOF) military targets, including the Nevatim, Hatzerim, and Tel Nof air bases, as well as the Mossad headquarters in Occupied Jaffa (Tel Aviv). Iran reports that 90% of its missiles hit their targets, though Israeli military censorship prevents independent verification. However, footage of ground explosions and craters suggests that the missiles penetrated Israel’s “Iron Dome” defense system, challenging its perceived invulnerability.
Iran’s strategic response contrasts sharply with Israel’s attacks, which often targets civilians and civilian infrastructure—unlawful actions defended politically by the US and EU, who help Israel evade accountability. Meanwhile, Iran’s Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, emphasized that their missile strikes were acts of self-defense, meticulously aimed at Israeli military assets directly involved in regional aggressions.
The Axis of Resistance remains resolute in defending its sovereignty and showing solidarity with Palestine. As Israel faces defeat in Gaza, it seeks to escalate toward a broader conflict that would provide the rationale for direct U.S. involvement. Israel relies on financial and military support from the US for its existence. This was further proved by the US’s recent decision to send $9 billion in additional funds to the Zionist regime during the same week FEMA announced a $9 billion deficit in emergency funds amidst natural disasters in the U.S.
Al-Qassam Brigades spokesperson Abu Obeida hailed the Iranian strikes as a blow to the occupier, asserting that the region’s resistance forces are united “in the skies over Palestine.” The unity in offensive operations by Yemen, Lebanon, Palestine, Syria, Iraq, and Iran poses an existential threat to Israel, and both the US and Zionist entity are lashing out against civilians in desperation.
Iran’s response was legal, justified, and successful despite U.S. media propaganda. It adhered to international law and achieved its objectives by demonstrating its missile capabilities and establishing a deterrent. This stands in stark contrast to Israel’s genocide and merciless bombing campaign, which has killed over 200,000 Palestinians, Lebanese, Syrians, and Iranians over the last year alone. Iran’s calculated response focused on military infrastructure rather than civilian areas, underscoring its strategic and measured approach to countering Israeli aggression.
- End all US economic, military and political aid Israel NOW!
- Not one penny for US-backed Zionist GENOCIDE!
- Stop the Israeli/US attacks on Palestine, Lebanon, Yemen, and Iran!
- Solidarity with Palestine:
- Provide immediate vital foods, medicine and humanitarian aid to allow Palestine to live!
- Free Palestine!