President Masoud Pezeshkian said the entire international community is bearing the consequences of aggressive actions by the United States and the Israeli regime, urging all governments to take a firm and decisive stance in response to the military escalation.
Iran’s president and his Finnish counterpart Alexander Stubb held a phone conversation on Thursday, discussing recent developments and the need for diplomatic efforts to end ongoing tensions.
During the call, President Pezeshkian outlined the dimensions of military aggression by the United States and the Israeli regime against Iran. He said that, for the second time in less than a year, Iran had come under attack while engaged in a diplomatic process, resulting in significant human and material losses.
He added that the consequences of an unlawful war extend beyond Iran and the region, arguing that the global community is also bearing the costs. President Pezeshkian stressed that such actions undermine international law and that all governments have a responsibility to respond decisively.
The Iranian president also criticized the response of the European Union, saying that while some European countries had taken a responsible stance, others had adopted passive or biased positions toward the situation, including reported attacks on civilians and infrastructure.
Reaffirming Iran’s right to self-defense, President Pezeshkian said Tehran does not seek to expand conflict in the region but would firmly defend its national security, sovereignty, and territorial integrity. He added that Iran’s actions in the region are a response to the use of neighboring countries’ territories by its adversaries, emphasizing that Tehran has no hostility toward its neighbors.
He further rejected any foreign involvement in the Strait of Hormuz, stating that current insecurity in the waterway is a direct result of military actions by the United States and the Israeli regime. He added that vessels linked to parties involved in hostilities could not expect to use the route to sustain operations against Iran, describing the position as consistent with international law.
For his part, President Stubb expressed concern over the current situation and emphasized the importance of diplomacy to halt the conflict. He also voiced Finland’s readiness to assist in efforts aimed at restoring peace and stability.