He asserted that the silence and apathy of international organizations, especially the United Nations Security Council, have emboldened Israel to escalate its aggressive actions. He criticized the United States for its complicity in Israel’s aggressive actions throughout the region, attributing this to its extensive support for the regime. Iran has expressed strong support for Lebanon, pledging “full solidarity” in the country’s efforts to protect its sovereignty, dignity, and independence amidst what it describes as Israeli aggression. The strikes occurred just days following the conclusion of the seventh round of US-mediated talks between Lebanon and Israel in Rome, which ended without progress. Lebanon and Israel reached a framework agreement on June 26, facilitated by the United States, detailing a step-by-step withdrawal of Israeli troops from all Lebanese territories under occupation.