From US to West Asia, here's how countries reacted to Iran's attack on Israel

Iran’s recent launch of explosive drones and missiles at Israel marks a severe escalation in regional hostilities, prompting widespread international reactions and fears of broader conflict in West Asia.

Countries around the globe have voiced their concerns and condemnation following Iran’s direct attack on Israeli territory, which the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corp (IRGC) described as retaliation for an Israeli strike on the Iranian consulate in Syria. The attack has been met with a chorus of international criticism, with many leaders calling for restraint and a return to diplomacy to avoid further escalation.

UNSC permanent members’ reactions

Here’s how the five permanent United Nations Security Council (UNSC) members responded:

United States: President Joe Biden reaffirmed “ironclad” support for Israel, emphasising America’s commitment to Israel’s security in response to threats from Iran and its proxies. The US is reportedly preparing additional military support for Israel.

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Russia: The Russian foreign ministry has called for all parties to “exercise restraint” and warned against actions that could lead to a large-scale war in the region.

China: Urging restraint from all involved, China has highlighted the necessity of a ceasefire, referencing a recent UN resolution aimed at quelling ongoing conflicts.

France: French Foreign Minister Stephane Sejourne condemned Iran’s actions as an unprecedented act of destabilisation, warning of the risks of military escalation.

United Kingdom: Prime Minister Rishi Sunak labelled the Iranian strikes as reckless and called it a factor in further destabilising the region, urging a diplomatic resolution to the hostilities.

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Reactions from EU, UN, and West Asia

Several other nations have also expressed their positions:

European Union: Josep Borrell, the EU’s foreign affairs chief, described the strikes as a grave threat to regional security and an unprecedented escalation.

United Nations: Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condemned the attacks, expressing alarm over the potential for a devastating region-wide escalation and calling for concerted efforts to prevent further military confrontations.

West Asian states: Both Egypt and Saudi Arabia have expressed deep concern over the escalation, calling for maximum restraint and direct dialogue among the parties to prevent further conflict expansion.

As the situation develops, the international community remains on high alert, with diplomatic channels being tested as nations seek to mediate and possibly avert a deeper crisis.

With inputs from agencies