Iran warns Israel against 'full-scale war' in Lebanon
Israel's leaders must understand their crimes won't go unpunished, Iran's foreign minister has said on the sidelines of the UN.
Speaking to reporters in New York, Abbas Araghchi said Israel had "crossed all red lines" and the UN Security Council "must intervene to restore peace and security", Sky News reported.
Mr Araghchi warned the region was on the brink of a "full-scale catastrophe".
He said Iran supported Hezbollah in its "just cause" to defend Lebanon against Israeli "atrocities" and "occupation".
Meanwhile, Israel's UN envoy Danny Danon said Israel would prefer a diplomatic solution in Lebanon - but warned it will use all means at its disposal if diplomacy fails.