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Iranian Foreign Minister Warns Countries Against Joining US Aggression

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned countries against participating in US aggression against Iran, vowing to hold any such nation accountable. Houthi rebels in Yemen attacked two Saudi oil tankers, raising regional tensions. Global oil prices surged as tensions escalated.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi issued a stark warning to nations considering support for US actions against Iran. He stated that Iran reserves the right to take all necessary measures in self-defense and would consider any country aiding the United States as a legitimate target for its armed forces. This follows reports that Donald Trump had considered a 'massive attack' on Iran, prompting Tehran's response. In parallel, Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels targeted two Saudi oil tankers, increasing the danger of shipping through the Red Sea. France24 noted that this attack contributed to rising global oil prices, with Brent crude surpassing $100 a barrel for the first time since May. The incident highlights the growing regional instability and its economic ramifications. Tehran's warning aligns with its broader stance of resisting foreign intervention, while the US's potential military action remains a point of contention. The situation underscores the deepening conflict and its implications for global energy markets and international relations.

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PublicFrance 24Jul 24, 07:03 PM
Iran warns countries aiding US attack

Middle East tensions are once again driving up global oil prices, with Brent crude climbing above $100 a barrel for the first time since May. While much of the focus has been on the strategic Strait of Hormuz, the alternative shipping route through the Red Sea is becoming increasingly dangerous after Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels said they targeted two Saudi oil tankers. The escalation comes as Donald Trump said on Thursday he was considering a "massive attack" on Iran, prompting Tehran to warn it would hold accountable any country that assists the United States in such an operation. France 24 International Affairs Editor Andrew Hilliar shares further insights.

StateTASSJul 24, 12:48 PM
Iranian foreign minister warns countries against joining US aggression against Iran

According to Abbas Araghchi, Tehran reserves the right to take all necessary measures in self-defense and will consider any country that participates in the aggression as a legitimate target for its armed forces