Iran vows further 'defensive measures' against military aggression

Iran said on Sunday it will not hesitate to take further "defensive measures" to protect its interests against any military aggression, the Iranian foreign ministry said in a statement.

"Iran, if necessary, will not hesitate to take further defensive measures to safeguard its legitimate interests against any military aggressions and unlawful use of force," it said, according to state TV, "while reaffirming its commitment to the principles of the United Nations Charter and international law." (Writing by Parisa Hafezi; editing by Jonathan Oatis)