The train station and the port in Ukraine’s southern city Kherson as well as some part of the city fell to the Russians, the Mayor Igor Kolihayev announced. Stating that the Russians continue to occupy the city, Kolihayev said, “The Russian army continues to advance on our streets. They have captured the train station and the port. There are problems with how we will provide the conditions necessary for normal life to continue in our city today and tomorrow. Kherson continues to resist.”
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Arakchi issued a stern warning to the UK, Germany, and France, accusing them of making a “new strategic mistake” regarding Tehran’s nuclear program. In a social media post, Arakchi said, “Iran will give a tough and determined response to the violation of its rights,” criticizing the European trio for backing a resolution against Iran at the IAEA Board of Governors.
Arakchi condemned the move as baseless, recalling past disputes in 2005 which led to the expansion of Iran’s uranium enrichment. “Have these three really not learned any lessons in the last twenty years?” he said.
Meanwhile, the IAEA reported on May 31 that Iran’s 60% enriched uranium stockpile had grown from 274.8 kg in February to 408.6 kg by May 17. In response, the UK, Germany, and France are reportedly preparing to refer Iran’s file to the UN Security Council, which could activate the “snapback” mechanism and reimpose UN sanctions.
TR