World leaders and senior officials are urging Israel and Iran to step back from the brink of all-out war as the bitter enemies engage in intense attacks. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed that Israel’s strikes on Iranian infrastructure had significantly set back its nuclear program. However, global calls for restraint have been rejected.
During a surprise attack, the Israeli army targeted over 200 military and nuclear sites, resulting in the deaths of top Iranian army commanders, scientists, and other officials. In retaliation, Iran breached Israel’s missile defense, launching about 200 ballistic missiles. The escalating conflict has raised fears of a wider conflagration, prompting concerns from world leaders.
The United States President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed the conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine, expressing a shared desire for the Israel-Iran war to end. Both leaders highlighted the alarming nature of the events unfolding in the region and did not rule out a return to negotiations on Iran’s nuclear program.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan condemned Israel’s attacks on Iran, emphasizing the need to resolve the conflict through negotiations. Erdogan also engaged with Saudi Arabia, emphasizing the importance of stopping Israel’s actions and supporting diplomatic solutions to achieve peace in the region.
China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi voiced support for Iran, condemning Israel’s actions as a violation of international norms and stressing the need for a peaceful resolution. Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani echoed similar sentiments, denouncing Israel’s attack on Iran and advocating for a diplomatic solution.
Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian engaged in discussions with Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, seeking to address the disruptions caused by Israel’s attacks. The United Kingdom and Germany expressed concerns over the escalating conflict, emphasizing the importance of de-escalation and diplomatic solutions.
French President Emmanuel Macron called for restraint and a return to negotiations to address Iran’s nuclear program. Pope Leo XIV urged Israel and Iran to act responsibly and engage in dialogue to prevent further escalation, emphasizing the need to build a safer world free from the nuclear threat.
As world leaders navigate the complexities of the Israel-Iran conflict, the international community remains on edge, hoping for a peaceful resolution to avert a larger regional crisis.
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