Attack on Iranian Trade Vessel: Tehran Signals Retaliation

The Iranian Foreign Ministry announced that Ukrainian forces attacked an Iranian trade vessel sailing in the Caspian Sea, resulting in the loss of one crew member's life and injuries to several others. According to the statement by the Iranian Foreign Ministry, a cargo ship flying the Iranian flag and engaged in commercial activities in international waters was targeted by the Ukrainian army. The Ministry strongly condemned the targeting of civilians and emphasized that this action constitutes a serious violation not only against Iran but also against free trade and international maritime rules. The Tehran administration signaled retaliation, stating that Kiev's actions would not go unanswered.