Hamas has strongly condemned US threats of military intervention against Iran amid rising regional tensions, warning that such actions could further destabilise the region, Anadolu reports.

In a statement issued today, Hamas said that US threats against Iran and ongoing Israeli attacks are “a blatant violation of international law and a direct threat to regional and global peace and security.”

“We hold Washington and the Zionist entity fully responsible for the repercussions of the escalation against Iran and the region,” it said.

The group expressed full support for Iran and its people, backing Iran’s “legitimate right to defend itself and its national sovereignty.”

The statement also called on Arab and Islamic countries to adopt a unified and responsible stance to stop Israeli attacks on Iran and prevent further escalation in order to safeguard the region’s security and the interests of its people.