TEHRAN, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has accused Israel of orchestrating a “false flag operation” following the drone attack that targeted two vessels at an Egyptian port, claiming the incident was intended to undermine regional peace and stability.
In a statement, Araghchi urged regional countries to remain alert against what he described as Israeli attempts to provoke further tensions across the Middle East.
Iran Warns of Regional Destabilization
The Iranian foreign minister said all countries should be cautious of what he characterized as Israeli conspiracies and false flag operations aimed at sabotaging peace and security in the region.
According to Araghchi, the current threat is common to all Muslim nations and requires greater unity among regional states.
Support for Egypt
Araghchi reaffirmed Iran’s support for Egypt, describing the country as an important regional partner and friend.
He stressed that Egypt’s security remains one of Iran’s key regional priorities and emphasized the need for cooperation to preserve stability.
Attack Under Investigation
The drone strike targeted two vessels at Egypt’s Damietta Port, prompting Egyptian authorities to launch an investigation into the incident.
Egypt has not publicly identified those responsible for the attack, while no independent evidence has been released supporting Iran’s allegation that Israel was behind the incident.
The attack has heightened concerns over maritime security in the eastern Mediterranean and the broader region as tensions continue to rise.


