Iran has claimed it has 'conclusive evidence' that some regional countries supported or participated in the recent US-Israeli military operations against Tehran, warning that those states could face legal consequences. According to reports from Al Jazeera, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei said the evidence collected by Tehran indicated the involvement of certain countries in what Iran described as an act of aggression. Baghaei stated that Iran would take 'whatever action is needed' in response, including pursuing the matter through legal and diplomatic channels, expressing regret over the situation while maintaining Iran's position that the response was justified retaliation. As reported by Al Jazeera, Baghaei emphasized that 'We have conclusive evidence regarding the participation of some regional countries in this aggression', though he did not name the countries allegedly involved or reveal details of the evidence.
The remarks mark a significant escalation in Tehran's criticism of neighbouring states amid heightened tensions in West Asia. As reported by Al Jazeera, Iran has repeatedly accused the United States and Israel of carrying out hostile actions targeting its security, while regional governments have faced pressure over their stance during the confrontation. Following the US-Israeli strikes, Iran launched retaliatory attacks, targeting US-linked assets in the region.
While defending these strikes, Iran has said that the strikes were aimed at American military installations and interests rather than neighbouring countries themselves, arguing that the action was a response to the attacks on Iranian territory. According to Al Jazeera, Baghaei did not name the countries allegedly involved or reveal details of the evidence, maintaining Iran's position that the response was justified retaliation.
Regional governments have so far not publicly responded to Baghaei's allegations, as concerns continue to rise over the broader impact of the confrontation on regional stability, energy markets and security. The lack of immediate response from neighbouring states highlights the sensitivity of the situation and the potential diplomatic implications of Iran's claims.
