Iran's Foreign Minister: Victory Celebrations Will Take Place in the Coming Days

Question: How will the evidence of attack submitted by Iran affect international public opinion?

According to Phoenix TV, on March 16, Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Bahram Qasemi stated at a press conference that Iran had warned neighboring countries months ago not to allow the United States and Israel to launch attacks on Iran using their airspace and territory. He pointed out that Iran has no hostility toward regional countries, and the targets Iran has struck are solely U.S. military bases and related facilities in the region. Regarding the situation in the Strait of Hormuz, Qasemi said the strait has not been closed, and ship passage is proceeding under special conditions. He stated that Iran’s armed forces are managing traffic through the Strait of Hormuz and are not involved in any war against Iran or part of any belligerent country. Ships can still pass with permission from Iran’s armed forces.

On the nuclear issue, Qasemi refuted U.S. claims that Iran threatened to develop nuclear weapons during negotiations, describing such claims as “ridiculous” and “fabricated propaganda” used as an excuse for military action. He also said Iran is documenting instances of the U.S. using regional countries’ territory and airspace to attack Iran and will submit the relevant evidence to the international community after organizing it. Qasemi emphasized that Iran will resolutely defend itself until necessary and will not accept ceasefires or mediation.