Vietnam opposes use of force against sovereign nations

Spokeswoman Pham Thu Hang noted that Vietnam’s stance was clearly stated on Feb. 28, saying the country opposes the use of force against sovereign nations, particularly attacks on civilian infrastructure that result in loss of life.

Such actions have caused serious damage and continue to threaten the lives, safety, and interests of civilians, including Vietnamese citizens, in the region while destabilizing economic activities and undermining peace and stability both regionally and globally.

“Vietnam calls upon all parties involved to act with responsibility, strictly adhere to international law, the United Nations Charter and relevant United Nations resolutions, respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of nations, resume negotiations, and create favorable conditions for dialogue towards resolving all differences through peaceful means, for the sake of the people and for the peace, stability, and development of the region and the world,” Hang remarked.

On the morning of Feb. 28, the U.S. and Israeli militaries launched an offensive against Iran, targeting defense and intelligence facilities, as well as a number of high-ranking officials and generals.

The U.S.-Israeli attacks resulted in the deaths of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and several high-ranking Iranian officials. Iran launched a retaliatory campaign targeting Israeli territory, as well as numerous U.S. military bases in several Middle Eastern countries.

The Iranian Red Crescent reported on Tuesday that the conflict has killed 787 people in Iran. The fighting has also resulted in at least 11 deaths in Israel, 6 American soldiers, and numerous other casualties in the Middle East.

Vietnamese diplomatic missions in the Gulf states have reported no casualties or property damage to Vietnamese citizens as a result of the conflict in the region.