Alwaght- The Israeli aggression on targets in Iran has drawn wide-range world condemnations. The attack on residential buildings and military and nuclear sites has martyred a number of senior military commanders, nuclear scientists, and civilians. Iran vowed a crushing response.
Japan condemns Israel
In a statement, Japanese Prime Minister Takashi Iwaya condemned the attack on Iran. Highlighting the significance of security and stability in West Asia, he called for self-straint.
Iwaya “strongly” condemned aggressive Israeli attack on Iran and called for restraint from both sides.
"We strongly condemn this latest action, which is worsening the situation," Iwaya was quoted as saying by AFP. He added: "Peace and stability in West Asia are of utmost importance to Japan, and we call on all parties to exercise the utmost restraint and de-escalate the situation."
Iraq closes airspace, all flights suspended
In the early hours of the Friday morning and after Israeli attack, Iraqi Ministry of Transport announced closure of the country's airspace and suspension of air traffic across the country. The Iraqi official news agency confirmed this decision by ministry of transport.
A statement from the ministry’s media office said that “due to regional tensions, Iraqi air navigation has been suspended and Iraqi airspace has been closed until further notice in order to maintain the safety of civil aviation in Iraqi airspace. The ministry added that "the General Air Navigation Services Company has begun gradually clearing Iraqi airspace of incoming, outgoing and transiting aircraft in order to maintain the safety of passengers arriving at Iraqi airports and aircraft transiting our airspace."
Indian reaction
India's Ministry of External Affairs responded to the Israeli airstrikes in Iran this morning, saying: "We are deeply concerned about the recent developments between Iran and Israel." The ministry's website also said in the statement that New Delhi is closely monitoring developments, including reports of attacks on Iranian nuclear sites. The statement continued by saying that India urges both sides to avoid any action that could escalate the situation. Existing channels of dialogue and diplomacy should be used to work towards reducing tensions between the two sides and resolving the core issues. It continued that all Indian nationals in the region are advised to exercise caution and follow security advisories.
Pakistani government: Iran reserves right to self-defense
Condemning the terrorist attack by Israeli regime on Iran and voicing strong "solidarity with government and people of Iran", Islamabad said that Iran has the right to defend itself according to the UN Charter. The Public Relations Office of the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Pakistan announced that the country strongly condemns the illegitimate and illegal Israeli aggression against the Islamic Republic of Iran. The military attacks of the Israeli regime are a violation of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Islamic Republic of Iran and are clearly contrary to the Charter of the United Nations and the fundamental principles of international law. The statement continued: "Iran has the right to self-defense under Article 51 of the Charter of the United Nations. Pakistan stands firmly with the Iranian nation and unequivocally condemns these blatant provocative actions, which pose a grave danger and a serious threat to the peace, security and stability of the entire region and beyond, and have serious consequences." It added that the international community and the UN have a responsibility to immediately stop this aggression in accordance with international law and hold the aggressor accountable for its actions.
Armenia: We condemn the anti-Iranian attack
Armenian Foreign Affairs Ministry commented on the Israeli attack, saying: "Unilateral attack on Iran is highly worrisome." In an X post, the ministry said: "Carrying out this attack, especially before the next round of negotiations, jeopardizes peaceful efforts as well as regional stability and global peace... We condemn this action and call for an immediate cessation of hostilities and adherence to international law."
Oman strongly condemns the Israeli attack
Oman strongly condemned the brutal aggression of Israeli against the territory of Iran. In a statement, the Persian Gulf sultanate called the aggression of this regime a "dangerous and reckless escalation of tension, a clear violation of international law, and an unacceptable act of aggression." Muscat statement read: "We hold Israel responsible for the escalation of tension and its consequences in undermining the security and stability of the region."
Saudi Arabia condemns
In reaction to Friday aggression by the Israeli regime, Saudi Arabia issued a strongly worded statement, calling the attacks a clear violation of Iran's sovereignty and international law, and calling for immediate action by the international community to stop the aggression. According to Al Arabiya, the statement said: "Such aggressive actions threaten the security and stability of the region and should not be ignored by the international community." Saudi Arabia also emphasized that "it is up to the international community and the UN Security Council to fulfill their responsibility to stop this aggression and prevent the continuation of the occupying regime's war-mongering policies."
UAE condemns Israeli attack
The UAE strongly came against the Israeli attack, voicing "deep concern" about the growing tensions and their consequences on regional security and stability.
The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs stressed in a statement the importance of exercising maximum self-restraint and caution to prevent risks and the spread of conflict. The statement said that the ministry reiterates the UAE’s belief in strengthening dialogue, adherence to international law and respect for the sovereignty of countries as the best foundations for resolving current crises. The Persian Gulf country stressed the need to resolve disputes through diplomacy, avoid confrontational language and escalation of tensions, and called on the Security Council to take urgent and necessary measures to achieve a ceasefire and establish international peace and security.
Australia voices concern about escalation between Israel and Iran
The Australian foreign minister responded to the Israeli regime's aggressive and cowardly attack on Iran in a statement and expressed concern about the escalation of tensions between Tehran and Tel Aviv. Penny Wang said in a statement: "Australia is concerned about the escalation of tensions between Israel and Iran. This carries the risk of further regional instability. We call on all parties to refrain from actions and rhetoric that further escalate tensions."
Malaysia condemns criminal Israeli attack
The Indonesian Foreign Ministry strongly condemned the Israeli aggression against Iran in a statement. The statement said: "This attack carries the risk of escalating existing regional tensions and could potentially lead to a wider conflict... All parties must exercise utmost self-restraint and refrain from any action that may escalate tensions or cause further instability."
Cuba and Venezuela: Israeli attack a threat to world peace
Cuba and Venezuela condemned in strongest terms the Friday attack of Israel on Iran, calling it a threat to world peace. Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel strongly condemned the Zionist regime's military attacks on the Islamic Republic of Iran, calling this action an "irresponsible escalation" of tensions in the West Asian region. He warned that these attacks face the regional and global peace and stability with unpredictable dangers.
For its part, Venezuelan government released a statement condemning the Israeli aggression, calling it "part of the black record of Netanyahu regime's crimes." Caracas stressed that this provocative action violates the international laws and runs counter to the pro-peace logic of the world community.
