Iran embassy in Kuwait rejects allegations of interference and espionage

Iran's embassy in Kuwait issued a statement on Wednesday rejecting allegations of Iranian interference in Kuwait's internal affairs and espionage for Lebanon's Hezbollah. The embassy expressed deep regret over what it described as persistent negative approaches toward Iran, including repeated accusations against Iranian nationals. It said such baseless accusations violated the principle of good neighborliness and international law.

The statement said that, amid the dangerous consequences of US and Israeli military aggression against Iran, regional countries should pursue responsible and prudent policies to prevent further escalation of tensions imposed on the region. The embassy's remarks come after Kuwait's State Security and Terrorism Crimes Court sentenced three defendants to death over alleged espionage for Hezbollah and plans to assassinate senior figures and officials. Eight others received five-year prison terms.

The embassy did not comment directly on the court's verdicts but criticized the broader trend of accusations against Iran and its nationals. It called for responsible policies in the region, especially given the current tensions. The statement did not provide further details on the specific allegations or the individuals involved.

According to Mehr News, the embassy's statement emphasized the need for regional countries to avoid policies that could lead to further escalation. The report added that the embassy expressed regret over repeated allegations of Iranian interference in Kuwait's internal affairs.