Driving the news:
In a 25 November 2025 press release, the U.S. Air Force publicly confirmed for the first time that its forces escorted Israeli strike aircraft in attacks on Iran’s safeguarded nuclear facilities.
Why it matters:
The U.S. acknowledgment confirms that Washington—not just Israel—was a direct participant in the unlawful armed aggression, an admission strengthening Iran’s case for reparations, accountability, and possible legal action under international law.
The big picture:
Iran has submitted multiple letters to the UN since early November, citing both U.S. President Donald Trump’s earlier public admission of U.S. involvement and now the Pentagon’s operational disclosures. Tehran argues this establishes a continuous, coordinated military campaign conducted jointly by Washington and Tel Aviv.
What he's saying:
Amir-Saeed Iravani: "The act of aggression committed by the Zionist regime, in coordination with the United States, was carried out against the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Islamic Republic of Iran and is a clear violation of Article 2 (4) of the United Nations Charter."
"The attacks included deliberate attacks against civilians, civilian property, and targets; attacks that were carried out with gross disregard for the fundamental principles of international law and international humanitarian law."
"As mentioned in the letters above, the United States has to make full reparation for the injuries caused by the said violations against Iran and its citizens, including any material and moral damage. This includes an obligation to make restitution for the damage caused thereby, under established international law."
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