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Here is Iran's statement posted on X at 6:06 EDT:
Permanent Mission of I.R.Iran to UN, NY
@Iran_UN
Conducted on the strength of Article 51 of the UN Charter pertaining to legitimate defense, Iran's military action was in response to the Zionist regime's aggression against our diplomatic premises in Damascus. The matter can be deemed concluded. However, should the Israeli regime make another mistake, Iran's response will be considerably more severe. It is a conflict between Iran and the rogue Israeli regime, from which the U.S. MUST STAY AWAY!
6:06 PM Apr 13, 2024
Just an observation, but has anyone else but me been unable to find Iran's statement reported anywhere in US media right now?
How isn't that statement the starting point of any debate about Israel's and the US' upcoming response one way or another?
It's important to know NOW that Iran already explained what they've done and why before any reaction. But it seems to be a fact that Iran has already said they're done retaliating.