Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Baghaei said Israel’s attacks on Syria violated international law, regardless of their justification. Baghaei argued that Syria had the right to develop its defense capabilities and defend itself, and criticized the violation of the country’s territorial integrity.
Baghaei argued that Israel’s actions in Syria were no different from its actions in Gaza, the West Bank, Lebanon and other countries. He described these steps as part of an effort to unlawfully dominate countries in the region.
Warning over support for attacks against Iran
Speaking at a weekly press conference, Baghaei argued that countries allowing their bases and facilities to be used in support of U.S. and Israeli military attacks against Iran were acting in violation of international law.
The Iranian spokesperson criticized Bulgaria for supporting the attacks and said they had heard reports that some U.S.-owned KC-135 tanker aircraft had departed from Bulgaria. Baghaei said Iran had no issue with the Bulgarian people, but stated that the country’s position was viewed as support for the U.S. and Israeli attacks against Iran.
Baghaei said countries allocating their bases, facilities and equipment for use in the attacks needed to take the necessary steps. Arguing that Iran had the right to target the starting points and sources of hostile actions against it, Baghaei said his country would not compromise on defending its existence and territorial integrity.
Reaction to U.S. economic policies
Baghaei also criticized U.S. economic pressure on Iran, describing the policies as economic terrorism aimed at punishing the Iranian people. Arguing that a naval blockade against Iran was an aggressive act, Baghaei warned that countries supporting U.S. measures could face serious consequences.
Baghaei said Tehran planned to use its relations with allies in its efforts to counter economic sanctions. He stated that Washington’s pressure on countries to halt or limit their trade relations with Iran violated international law and the principle of state sovereignty. Baghaei argued that many countries had criticized the U.S. position in bilateral talks and said concerns that Washington’s approach was undermining international trade rules should serve as a warning to all countries.
Baghaei also drew attention to Canada’s statements in recent days concerning Washington’s violations of the law and excessive demands during negotiations.
Talks with Oman on the Strait of Hormuz
The Iranian spokesperson rejected claims by U.S. officials that between 5 million and 17 million barrels of oil passed through the Strait of Hormuz each day. Baghaei argued that these figures were part of psychological and media warfare and said the United States and Israel had created an environment of insecurity in the region and around the strait since February 28, 2026.
Baghaei announced that the security of the Strait of Hormuz and maritime transport routes, along with bilateral relations, would be discussed during the Omani delegation’s visit to Tehran. He said Iran and Oman were two coastal countries in the region and noted that the strait and maritime passageways would be on the agenda of the talks.
Iran-Pakistan relations
Assessing the visit of Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff to Iran, Baghaei said it had taken place within the framework of the privileged and developing relationship between Tehran and Islamabad.
Baghaei argued that Iran-Pakistan relations were experiencing one of their best periods and said the two countries were determined to expand cooperation in all areas on the basis of their shared ties.
