Iran condemns 'American military attack' on Venezuela
Iran condemned an alleged US military attack on Venezuela after Caracas blamed Washington for explosions in the capital, describing the event as a violation of national sovereignty.
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- Published Date: 12:10 | 03 January 2026
Iran on Saturday condemned what it described as an American attack on Venezuela, after Caracas accused the United States of being behind explosions that rocked the capital.
The Iranian foreign ministry in a statement said it "strongly condemns the American military attack on Venezuela and the flagrant violation of the national sovereignty and territorial integrity of the country".
Washington has yet to comment on the blasts in Venezuela.
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