Iran’s U.N. representative, Amir Saied Iravani, fired back at the U.S. for accusing Iran of supporting Ansar Allah’s drone attack on Tel Aviv. Iravani rejected the allegations, criticizing the U.S. for diverting attention from Israel’s actions in Gaza.
He called out the U.S., France, and the UK for remaining silent on Israel’s retaliation on Yemen’s Hodeidah port. Despite denying direct support to Ansar Allah, Iran commended their actions and vowed to enhance support amid escalating tensions.
Israeli officials estimate Ansar Allah has launched 200 attacks from Yemen, including the recent drone strike on Tel Aviv. Israel retaliated on Hodeidah port, a key hub for alleged Iranian weapons supplies to Ansar Allah. The attack caused casualties and a massive fire at an oil depot.
Iran strongly condemned Israel’s actions at the port, labeling it a violation of international law. Ansar Allah’s leader promised retaliation, with Israel reporting intercepting a missile from Yemen. The situation underscores the multi-front confrontation between Israel and Iran’s proxies.