Deputy ambassador warns Iran: Blame for any action against US or Israel

During an emergency session of the UN Security Council concerning Iran’s attack on Israel, the US Deputy Ambassador to the UN, Robert Wood, issued a stark warning against any Iranian or proxy actions targeting the US or Israel. He stated, “Iran will be held responsible,” emphasizing that the US’s stance was defensive, aimed at preventing escalation.

Wood called for a decisive condemnation of Iran’s actions by the council, highlighting the serious intent of the attack to cause substantial harm and casualties in Israel. He underscored the need for the Security Council to respond to Iran’s long history of violating international legal obligations, including providing substantial support to Hamas’s military efforts. Wood concluded by asserting that the US would pursue further measures at the UN to hold Iran accountable.