TEHRAN, Sep. 18 (MNA) – Iran’s deputy foreign minister for legal affairs said everyone says that the US brutal attacks on Iran’s ‘Minab’ and ‘Lamerd’ cities were blatant war crimes, and Washington cannot evade its responsibility for such crimes.
Mehr is a semi-official Iranian news agency. This is a translation of that outlet's own report; it is the outlet's account, not Artesh's finding.
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US Cannot Evade Accountability for War Crimes in Iran
Sep 18, 2026
September 18, 2026
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📰 Mehr News English
📋 Key Takeaway
Iran's deputy foreign minister stated that the US attacks on the cities of Minab and Lamerd are considered war crimes, emphasizing that the US cannot escape accountability for these actions. This statement highlights ongoing tensions between Iran and the US regarding military actions and international law.
🔍 Quick Context Guide
💡 Bottom Line:
Iran is firmly holding the US accountable for its military actions, which could have broader implications for international law and regional stability.
👥 Key Players
Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal Affairs
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Official representative of Iran's foreign ministry
"They play a crucial role in articulating Iran's legal and diplomatic stance on international issues, particularly regarding accusations against foreign powers."
United States
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Global superpower and military actor
"The US's military actions and foreign policy significantly influence regional stability and international relations, especially in the Middle East."
📰 What Happened
Iran's deputy foreign minister has accused the US of committing war crimes through its attacks on the cities of Minab and Lamerd. This accusation underscores the ongoing tensions between the two nations regarding military actions and accountability under international law.
- The US attacks on Minab and Lamerd are described as brutal and blatant war crimes by Iranian officials.
- Iran is asserting that the US cannot evade responsibility for these actions.
💡 Why It Matters
🇮🇷 For Iran: This statement reinforces Iran's narrative of victimization and resistance against perceived US aggression, rallying domestic support.
🌍 Regional: It could escalate tensions in the region, influencing other countries' stances on US-Iran relations and military engagements.
🌐 International: The accusation of war crimes could affect US relations with its allies and complicate its military operations in the Middle East.
📚 Background
The US and Iran have a long history of conflict, particularly since the 1979 Iranian Revolution, which has included military confrontations and accusations of war crimes on both sides.
US-Iran relations
International law and war crimes
📡 Source:
STATE MEDIA
📊 Confidence:
70%
As a state media outlet, the source may reflect the official Iranian government perspective, which can be biased in favor of the regime's narrative.
🏷️ Entities Mentioned
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Iran
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United States
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Tehran
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Washington
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Foreign Minister
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Iran's deputy foreign minister
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Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister
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Russian Deputy Foreign Minister
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OFAC Program: IRAN
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Prdakht Alktrvnyk Saman Kysh (TSE:سپ)
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TSE:سپ
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Saman Electronic Payment
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Framework: CISADA
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CISADA
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Minab
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Translated from the original and edited for English readers. View original source →
Translation confidence: 100%
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