Iran denies allegations of attack on Kuwait airport, says damage caused by malfunction of Patriot missile system

Desk. Iran’s Ambassador to India Mohammad Fatahali has denied Iran’s role in the attack on Kuwait International Airport. He has said that Tehran’s military investigation has made it clear that no Iranian missile was fired towards the airport. They claimed that the damage caused to the airport was due to the failure of the American-made Patriot defense system, whose interceptor missiles fell in the terminal area after failing to hit the target.

In an interview, Fatahali said Iran would use all necessary capabilities to defend its sovereignty and territorial integrity. He alleged that allowing Kuwait and Bahrain to use their territory and military facilities for attacks against Iran is a violation of international law and good neighborly relations.

The ambassador said Iran does not want war and always supports diplomacy and dialogue to resolve disputes. However, he alleged that the ceasefire declared on April 8 was repeatedly violated by US forces, in response to which Iran acted under the right of self-defense.

On President Donald Trump’s proposal in the US Parliament to limit military powers related to Iran, Fatahali said that this is an internal matter of America, but any step taken towards reducing tension and maintaining regional peace is positive.

Clarifying Iran’s stance on the Israel-Lebanon conflict, he said Lebanon’s sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity must be respected. He said that for lasting peace, it is necessary to end the war against Lebanon.

Giving a message to the global community, Fatahali said that Iran’s history has been one of peace, co-existence and dialogue. He said that lasting peace and security is possible only through respect for international law, recognition of the rights of states and constructive dialogue. He also said that Iran is always ready for cooperation and dialogue on the basis of mutual respect and common interests.