NSC condemns Israeli aggression, backs Iran's right to self-defence

An emergency meeting of the National Security Committee (NSC) on Monday reaffirmed Iran's right to self-defence following the airstrikes by the United States on three nuclear facilities.

- Tariq Butt | NNI News Service

Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif chaired the meeting, with Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir also attending it. The forum reviewed the evolving regional situation following the Israeli aggression against Iran.

A press release issued by the Prime Minister's Office said that the NSC strongly condemned Israel's acts of aggression and expressed regret that these military attacks coincided with a constructive negotiation process between Iran and the US. “These reckless actions have escalated tensions, threatening to ignite a wider conflict and diminishing the opportunities for dialogue and diplomacy. The NSC reaffirmed Iran's right to self-defence as enshrined in the UN Charter.”

The committee members also conveyed their condolences to the Iranian government and people on the loss of innocent lives and offered prayers for the recovery of those injured.

“While reiterating Pakistan's stated position, the NSC expressed grave concern over the potential for further escalation after the attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities in Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan on June 22 which violated the resolutions of the International Atomic Energy Agency, relevant international law and the UN Charter.”