International Association of Lawyers slams unlawful US-Israeli aggression against Iran

The International Association of Lawyers, a global legal body, has condemned the US-Israeli aggression against Iran, saying that the attack must be addressed in full compliance with international law.

The international professional organization, known by its French acronym UIA (Union Internationale des Avocats), expressed its “utmost concern” on Saturday over the three-week US-Israeli military aggression that has so far killed hundreds of civilians in Iran.

The UIA stated that the unprovoked war on the Islamic Republic “undermines the fundamental principles of international law and the Charter of the United Nations, including the duty of States to settle international disputes by peaceful means, and the ban on the use of armed force in international relations.”

“It is of additional grave concern that the conflict is escalating across the region, with civilians being particularly affected by the consequences of hostilities,” the union said.

The UIA reaffirmed that upholding a rules-based international legal order is paramount, adding that “this order demands that all international actors operate with restraint and prudence in their pursuit of peace and security.”

The organization also joined United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres in calling for an “immediate cessation of hostilities and de-escalation.”

Urging all parties to return immediately to the negotiating table, the union reiterated that “there is no viable alternative to the peaceful settlement of international disputes, in full accordance with international law.”

The United States launched a large-scale, unprovoked war along with the Israeli regime against Iran on February 28, assassinating the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, and several senior commanders. The assault came as indirect negotiations were underway between Tehran and Washington regarding Iran’s peaceful nuclear program.

Subsequent terrorist strikes on civilian targets have killed at least 1,444 people, including more than 200 children.

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