Iran called for an urgent session of the United Nations Security Council after US strikes at its nuclear facilities in Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan. Iran’s UN ambassador described the attacks as “heinous” and a violation of international law in a sharply worded letter. The action escalates the already heightened tensions in the world following the US-Israeli joint military incursion in West Asia.
Iran’s UN envoy Amir Saeid Iravani appealed on Sunday, hours after US airstrikes hit Iran’s key nuclear sites. The airstrikes, conducted with stealth aircraft and Tomahawk missiles, have been severely criticised by Tehran.
The Permanent Mission of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the United Nations has submitted an urgent letter to the Security Council at midnight local time, vehemently condemning the United States’ unlawful and reckless bombing of Iran’s nuclear facilities. The United States and… pic.twitter.com/GKGFwtBQsN
— I.R.IRAN Mission to UN, NY (@Iran_UN) June 22, 2025
Tehran Accuses US of Illegal Use of Force
In the letter, which the Associated Press acquired, Iravani declared, “The Islamic Republic of Iran condemns and denounces in the strongest possible terms these unprovoked and premeditated acts of aggression.” He accused the attacks of directly violating international law, the UN Charter, and the sovereignty of Iran.
Iravani emphasized the UN’s most influential organ to “take all necessary measures” to hold the United States responsible. He also referred to the attacks as an extension of the previous attack by Israel on June 13, targeting Iran’s nuclear facilities as well.
Iran Calls for Accountability and Global Action
Iran’s move to the Security Council is its most combative diplomatic effort since the weekend bombings. The letter called for all UN members to move quickly, threatening long-term damage if such aggression were left unchecked. It also underscored what Iran described as the “peaceful” nature of its nuclear program, denying US and Israeli accusations of nuclear weapon development.
World Reactions Awaited
The United Nations has not yet confirmed that the Security Council will meet. In the meantime, various nations, including EU members and India, have urged de-escalation and diplomatic talks. As tensions escalate, Iran’s demand creates a high-stakes showdown at the international diplomatic level.
As Iran demands international accountability and the US frames its moves as defensive, the UN is likely to become the next main battleground in this increasing crisis.
