“At least 8 railways and 59 airports, as well as public facilities, connecting roads, bridges, and transportation networks, have been targeted in the recent attacks,” noted the statement.

‎“Furthermore, power substations, nuclear power plants, and petrochemical facilities have also been targeted, causing serious disruption to the supply of energy, vital services, and the basic needs of the population, and resulting in widespread and long‑term consequences for the lives, health, and security of civilians,” added it.

The Iranian Red Crescent Society and the National Committee for Humanitarian Law emphasized that, according to the fundamental principles of international humanitarian law, especially the principle of distinction, any attack on civilian property and infrastructure is prohibited, and those responsible are accountable for serious violations of international obligations. Targeting infrastructure that serves a predominantly civilian function constitutes a clear breach of these principles.

The IRCS and the NCHL have called on international institutions such as the United Nations and the International Committee of the Red Cross to conduct prompt, and independent investigations and documentation of the attacks, strengthen oversight of compliance with international humanitarian law, use all legal and diplomatic avenues to halt these attacks, and provide the necessary grounds for accountability and prosecution of those responsible for these violations.

The statement also emphasized that ensuring safe and rapid access to humanitarian assistance and protecting vital infrastructure constitute fundamental responsibilities of the international community, and that any disruption in this regard will have irreparable humanitarian consequences.

The statement, signed by Dr. Pir Hossein Kolivand, President of the IRCS and the NCHL, emphasized the importance of protecting lives.

It stressed the necessity of safeguarding the lives, dignity, and security of civilians under all circumstances and underscored that violations of these principles must not go unanswered.