Strikes against Iran: the international community urges restraint amid the risk of escalation.
Following the American and Israeli attacks and the Iranian retaliations targeting bases in the Gulf, many capitals have called for an immediate ceasefire and the resumption of diplomatic dialogue.
Following the American and Israeli attacks and the Iranian retaliations targeting bases in the Gulf, many capitals have called for an immediate ceasefire and the resumption of diplomatic dialogue.
The outbreak of hostilities between the United States and Israel on one side, and Iran on the other, sent a diplomatic shockwave around the world. Washington confirmed the launch of a ‘major combat operation’ aimed at neutralizing threats attributed to the Iranian regime. Several strikes hit Tehran and other regions of the country. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke of an ‘existential threat,’ justifying the joint intervention.
Tehran denounced a violation of international law and promised a response. Iranian authorities say they targeted American military bases located in Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Kuwait. An Iranian official said that American and Israeli interests in the Middle East are now considered legitimate targets.
In the face of the escalation, many countries are calling for restraint. The European Union, France, Belgium and Norway have expressed their concern and called for respect of international law. Gulf states condemned the Iranian strikes on their territory. Oman and Pakistan are advocating for an urgent resumption of dialogue. The international community now fears a major expansion of the conflict in the region.
