Gulf nations have expressed grave concerns to the United Nations Human Rights Council, citing an existential threat posed by Iran. They have criticized Iran for its attacks on their infrastructure.

The escalating conflict, characterized by a prolonged U.S.-Israeli military campaign against Iran, has led to significant Iranian counterattacks. These retaliations, involving drone and missile strikes, have targeted both energy facilities and civilian infrastructure in Gulf countries, resulting in civilian casualties and surging oil prices.

Kuwait’s ambassador, Naser Abdullah H. M. Alhayen, addressed the council in Geneva, stating, “We are witnessing a fundamental threat to both international and regional security. This aggressive stance is eroding the principles of international law and national sovereignty.”

Other Gulf states joined Kuwait in condemning Iran’s actions, accusing the country of attempting to instill fear and chaos through its aggressive tactics.

The 47-member council is expected to vote on a resolution that condemns Iran’s military actions, calls for compensation, and requests the UN’s human rights chief to closely monitor the unfolding situation.

In response, Iran justified its military actions by citing the death toll from U.S.-Israeli strikes, which reportedly exceeds 1,500 civilian casualties to date.

‘We fight on behalf of all of you against an enemy that, if not restrained today, will be beyond containment tomorrow,’ said Ali Bahreini, Iran’s ambassador to the UN, in reference to Israel.