Iran MP warns US over civilian casualties in southern Iran

Ebrahim Azizi, chairman of the National Security and Foreign Policy Commission of the Iranian parliament, issued a warning to the United States over recent attacks in southern Iran that resulted in civilian casualties. In a statement on social media, Azizi described the attacks as "crimes" and listed several incidents: the Minab school attack, a strike near the Ahvaz children's cancer hospital, an attack on a sports hall in Lamerd, and repeated strikes on residential and civilian areas. He argued that these actions demonstrated the inability and desperation of the American army in confronting Iran.

Azizi emphasized the significance of southern Iran, stating, "The proud south has always been the bastion of Iran's defence, and the hearts of all our compatriots are there." He warned the "enemies of the brave Iranian nation" that the armed forces would not overlook the blood of innocents and "will blacken their days."

The remarks come amid heightened tensions between Iran and the United States, with ongoing military operations in the region. The specific incidents mentioned by Azizi have not been independently verified, and the US has not commented on the allegations. According to Mehr News Agency, Azizi's statement reflects the Iranian parliament's stance on the protection of civilians and the country's sovereignty.