The Islamic Republic of Iran has officially denied allegations that it launched a drone attack against Azerbaijan. This statement came from the Iranian armed forces' general staff and was relayed through the semi-official news agency Tasnim. In its defense, Iran blames Israel for attempting to disrupt relations among Muslim nations by using various means, highlighting the existing tensions in the region.

An Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Esmaeil Baghaei, clarified Iran's stance during an interview with Al-Arabiya, indicating that Tehran's military actions are not directed at its neighboring countries but are rather focused on U.S. military bases in the region. He emphasized that Iran does not harbor hostility towards its neighbors and does not intend to attack these nations. Instead, Baghaei portrayed Iran's recent measures as purely defensive, which he claims are aimed at protecting Iranian sovereignty and security.

This claim comes amidst a backdrop of heightened scrutiny towards Iran as regional dynamics shift, particularly concerning its relationships with neighboring countries and the presence of foreign military forces. The Iranian response underlines its intent to maintain friendly ties with its neighbors while still addressing what it considers external threats, primarily attributed to U.S. military installations.