“A preliminary investigation shows that the zionist regime was behind the terror attack on a Defense Ministry facility in Isfahan, with the actions by the regime violating international law and being condemned,” the Iranian envoy said in a letter to the UN secretary-general and the president of the UN Security Council.

Iravani went on to say: “Furthermore, in a recent interview with CNN on January 31, 2023, the Prime Minister of the Israeli regime, Benjamin Netanyahu, admitted Israel’s involvement in acts of sabotage and terrorism in Iran. The Israeli regime has openly admitted its involvement in these reprehensible crimes. Hence, it must be held accountable for all criminal and terrorist acts committed against Iran and face the consequences without exception.”

“In light of the destructive consequences of the israeli regime’s persistent malicious activities in the region, particularly its threat to use force against Iran’s critical infrastructure and peaceful nuclear facilities, the United Nations Security Council must fulfill its responsibility under the Charter and condemn Israel's warmongering statements and acts of terrorism, including state terrorism, which pose a serious threat to regional and international peace and security. The Security Council must also demand that the Israeli regime comply with international law and cease its dangerous plans and malicious activities in the region,” he added.

On the night of January 28–29, three unidentified drones attacked an ammunition factory in Isfahan, amidst other unexplained explosions across Iran.

Iranian Defence Ministry that the attack occurred in Imam Khomeini Street of Isfahan, and that the damage to the buildings was minor.

According to the ministry, three drones were shot down and the attack was unsuccessful. (ILKHA)