Iran foreign minister Araghchi said Iran retains the right to self-defence if subjected to an armed attack. He said any US military action against Iran without a valid legal basis for the use of force would be unlawful under international law and the United States should be held accountable. Citing Article 51 of the UN Charter, he reiterated Iran’s right to self-defence following an armed attack.

2026-11-13

Iran foreign minister Araghchi said Iran retains the right to self-defence if subjected to an armed attack. He said any US military action against Iran without a valid legal basis for the use of force would be unlawful under international law and the United States should be held accountable. Citing Article 51 of the UN Charter, he reiterated Iran’s right to self-defence following an armed attack.