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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi condemned naval blockades and attacks on Iranian vessels as violations of international law, warning of serious consequences. He urged the international community to take action amid rising Middle East tensions.
President Masoud Pezeshkian says Iran is willing to advance diplomatic activities in accordance with international law. The announcement comes amid sanctions and regional tensions, with the new administration signaling openness to dialogue.
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf declared that the Strait of Hormuz will be managed by Iran under international law, asserting sovereignty over the strategic waterway. The statement comes amid heightened tensions in the Persian Gulf and follows recent Iranian naval exercises.
A French court ruling, including the conviction of a local politician for citing views on the right to resistance, has sparked controversy over whether the country's judicial system is violating international law principles. The case of Mohamed Makni, a deputy mayor, highlights growing concerns over the criminalization of political discourse linking occupation and resistance. Critics argue this trend undermines freedom of expression and international legal standards.
Vietnam's Foreign Ministry spokesperson has refuted recent inaccurate statements by the French minister, calling them lacking objectivity and contrary to international law. The ministry affirmed Vietnam's consistent position in defending national principles and urged respect for the truth.
Norway's government has proposed a law banning trade with Israeli settlements in occupied Palestinian territories, calling them a violation of international law. The draft law, open for consultation until September 19, would prohibit goods produced in settlements and real estate transactions. The move has drawn praise from a UN rapporteur, who questioned Norway's continued investments through its sovereign wealth fund.
Hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters in London condemned an event promoting land sales in illegal Israeli West Bank settlements. The protest saw arrests and counter-demonstrations, as British lawmakers urged the government to intervene under international law.
Iran’s embassy in Berlin condemned the silence of certain countries, particularly Western nations, regarding US and Israeli military and political actions in the Middle East, arguing that such inaction amounts to complicity in violations of international law. The embassy called on the international community to take a clear stance and promote diplomatic solutions.
Iran has affirmed that its actions in the Strait of Hormuz comply with international law, stating they are aimed at maritime security and national interests amid rising tensions. The Strait, through which about 20% of global oil passes, remains a flashpoint, with Iran rejecting Western criticism and insisting on its legal rights.
