Iran-US tensions escalate as UN warns and Tehran responds with defiance

The United Nations warned against further escalation between Iran and the United States, while Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian vowed to defend Iran's territory.

• UN High Commissioner Volker Turk warned that strikes on civilian infrastructure and hostilities in the Strait of Hormuz must stop immediately.
• Turk said reports about closing the Strait of Hormuz are very concerning due to potential human rights impact beyond the region.
• Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran will respond to US President Donald Trump's statements with action and will defend every inch of its land.