Iran has lodged a formal complaint against the United States at the United Nations, accusing Washington of piracy. According to reports, Iran’s envoy to the UN, Amir Saeid Iravani, sent a letter to both the UN Secretary-General and the President of the Security Council. In the letter, Iravani strongly protested the U.S. seizure of an Iranian vessel, describing the action as an act of piracy.

Iravani stated that such use of force cannot be justified under any circumstances. He further argued that the U.S. actions amounted to unlawful coercion, interference in legitimate international trade, and illegal confiscation of property. The Iranian envoy warned that this behavior sets a dangerous precedent that seriously undermines the rule of international law.

The letter reflects Iran’s continued opposition to U.S. maritime actions and highlights growing tensions between the two nations over enforcement measures at sea.