Iran Accuses US of Being “Accomplice” in Israeli Attacks on Lebanon

Tehran, May 29, 2026 — Iran has strongly accused the United States of being a “partner in crime” with Israel over continued military operations in Lebanon, escalating diplomatic tensions amid a fragile regional ceasefire.
In a statement, the spokesperson for Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that America is providing full support to Israel in all its actions in Lebanon. The spokesperson further criticized the UN Security Council and other international organizations for their “indifference,” which, according to Tehran, is encouraging further Israeli aggression in the region.
“The apathy of the Security Council and international bodies is emboldening Israel to commit more aggression in the region,” the Iranian spokesperson said.
“The United States is fully standing with Israel in all its operations.”
This latest Iranian statement comes against the backdrop of ongoing Israeli strikes in Lebanon and disputes over the scope of a fragile ceasefire agreement brokered earlier this year. Iran maintains that any ceasefire with the US must include an end to Israeli actions against Hezbollah in Lebanon, viewing the group as part of the “Axis of Resistance.”
Background
The region has seen heightened conflict since early 2026, with direct exchanges between Iran, Israel, and the United States. While a conditional ceasefire was announced, disagreements persist regarding its application to Lebanon. Iran considers continued Israeli operations in Lebanon as a violation of the broader truce, while the US and Israel have maintained that Lebanon is a separate security issue involving Hezbollah threats.
Analysts say such statements from Tehran are common diplomatic pressure tactics aimed at international forums and domestic audiences, as efforts for lasting peace negotiations continue through mediators, including Pakistan.