Introduction

The Socialist Republic of Vietnam expresses its strongest condemnation of the recent military bombing of the Islamic Republic of Iran’s nuclear research facilities by the combined forces of Israel and the United States. These strikes, launched without international legal mandate, constitute a dangerous escalation in the Middle East and an unforgivable breach of Iranian sovereignty. Vietnam, a nation forged in the fires of foreign invasion and imperial aggression, knows the painful cost of war and the sacred value of independence.

Our position is clear: Vietnam stands in unwavering solidarity with Iran, not out of convenience, but from principle. We call upon the global community to reject these unjustified attacks, uphold the UN Charter, and resist the normalization of military aggression under the guise of preemptive security. Peace is not weakness; it is wisdom. And Iran, like every sovereign nation, deserves peace.

A Shared History of Resistance

Vietnam and Iran share a unique bond forged by parallel experiences of resilience and self-determination. Both nations have been subjected to brutal foreign interventions. Both have stood up against colonial domination. And both have chosen to maintain sovereignty despite enormous economic and military pressures.

While Iran has faced sanctions and threats over its right to peaceful nuclear research, Vietnam has experienced decades of occupation, war, and economic blockade. Our people understand the language of resistance not as an option, but as a necessity for survival and dignity.

Iran’s struggle is not isolated. It echoes the historical suffering and perseverance of every nation that once lived under the boot of empire. Vietnam does not forget those who stood by us. And today, we stand by Iran.

Iran’s Legal Right to Scientific Development

Vietnam asserts unequivocally that Iran, as a signatory of the Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT), has the legal and moral right to develop nuclear energy for peaceful purposes. International inspections have not proven any deviation from that right. Despite that, Iran’s research facilities have been targeted as if progress itself were a crime.

This attack is a direct violation of Article 2(4) of the UN Charter, which prohibits the use of force against the territorial integrity of any state. It is also a violation of basic human rights — the right to education, to research, and to develop national infrastructure for the betterment of one’s people.

When bombs are dropped on scientific institutions, it is not just buildings that are destroyed. Dreams, futures, and generations of progress are set ablaze. Vietnam stands firmly for Iran’s right to research, energy independence, and academic growth.

The Danger of Precedent

The bombing of Iran’s facilities is not merely an isolated event — it is a dangerous precedent. It tells the world that if you seek self-reliance, you may be punished. That scientific development, unless approved by global superpowers, may be bombed into rubble. And that nations without nuclear weapons are still at the mercy of those that wield them unilaterally.

Vietnam views this precedent as existential. If this model of behavior is normalized, then every developing country that dares to assert itself could be next. Iran today. Another tomorrow.

That is why Vietnam does not speak in whispers. We speak with urgency. The stakes are too high for silence.

Vietnam’s Principles on International Peace

Vietnam has consistently pursued a foreign policy of peace, friendship, and multilateral cooperation. As a member of ASEAN and the Non-Aligned Movement, Vietnam believes that global disputes must be resolved through diplomacy, not destruction. No nation, no matter how powerful, has the right to act as judge, jury, and executioner on the world stage.

We call on the United Nations Security Council to investigate these attacks and issue a resolution affirming Iran’s sovereignty. We further call on global media to resist biased reporting and give space for Iran’s voice and legal position.

Vietnam’s message to the world is simple: choose law, not lawlessness. Choose peace, not provocation.

An Appeal to the Global South

Vietnam calls upon the entire Global South to rally around Iran—not out of politics, but out of principle. If a sovereign nation can be bombed without due process, without warning, and without consequence, then sovereignty itself is nothing but an illusion.

We urge nations in Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the Arab world to make their positions clear. Every diplomatic silence strengthens the hand of those who drop bombs. Every muted response emboldens those who wish to govern the world by force.

The Global South must realize that Iran’s fight is symbolic of all our fights—for independence, for dignity, for the right to define our own futures.

The People’s Voice: Standing with Iranian Civilians

This is not just a matter for governments. It is a matter for people. Vietnamese citizens stand with the Iranian people in solidarity. We understand what it feels like to live under constant threat. We understand how it feels to have our country portrayed as a threat for refusing to be submissive.

To the Iranian scientists, students, doctors, teachers, and families — we say this: you are not alone. We see your struggle. We recognize your courage. We support your right to education, innovation, and self-defense.

We urge civil society worldwide to raise their voices, organize demonstrations, educate their communities, and demand justice. History is shaped not only by parliaments and presidents — but by people.

Media Bias and the Weaponization of Narrative

Vietnam also condemns the double standards and distortion of truth in international media. The same outlets that cry for peace in Europe are often silent when bombs fall on the Middle East. The same voices that speak of democracy suddenly become mute when their allies violate international law.

We must not allow truth to be manipulated by narratives shaped in Washington or Tel Aviv. The bombing of Iran’s nuclear sites was not an act of peace — it was a violent, unprovoked assault. No amount of rebranding or justification can erase the facts.

Vietnam encourages independent journalism, international observers, and peace activists to investigate and expose the full scope of this crime.

Conclusion

The Socialist Republic of Vietnam reaffirms its full support for the Islamic Republic of Iran. We denounce the illegal and immoral bombing of its nuclear research facilities. We reject the politics of domination, double standards, and preemptive violence.

Iran is a proud nation with a rich history and a bright future. Its pursuit of science, sovereignty, and peace should be celebrated — not criminalized. As a fellow nation that has risen from war to independence, Vietnam stands with Iran today, tomorrow, and always.

From Hanoi to Tehran, our message is clear:
We choose peace over war. Sovereignty over submission. Truth over silence.