Western countries and the United Nations have condemned Iran’s attacks on Israel and warned that these attacks increase the risk of instability in the Middle East.

In response to Israel’s attack on the Iranian consulate in Syria, Iran launched drone and missile attacks on Israel late Saturday.

United Nations

UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres has called for an immediate end to the conflict in the Middle East.

Guterres said in a statement: “I strongly condemn the crisis caused by today’s major attack on Israel by the Islamic Republic of Iran.”

He added: “I am deeply concerned about the very real risk of escalation of the destructive crisis in the region. I urge all parties to refrain from any action that could lead to major military conflicts on various fronts in the Middle East. I have emphasized many times that neither the region nor the world can afford another war.

United States

Adrian Watson, spokesman for the White House’s National Security Council, emphasized the firm support of the President of the United States of America, Joe Biden, from Israel.

The White House said in a statement that the United States “stands with the people of Israel and will support their defense against these threats from Iran.”

Biden said in a statement: “Early today, Iran and its proxies operating in Yemen, Syria and Iraq launched unprecedented airstrikes on Israeli military facilities. I strongly condemn these attacks.” “

He added: “On my order and in support of Israel’s defense, the United States military deployed ballistic missile defense aircraft and warships to the region last week. With extraordinary skill, we helped Israel shoot down almost all incoming missiles and drones.”

Russia

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia said in a statement on Sunday, April 14 (Hambul 26): “We want the countries of the region to solve the existing problems through political and diplomatic means… Deeply concerned about the dangerous violence in the region. We have.”

Russia has said that it had warned in advance about the crises in the Middle East and especially the escalation of the conflict between Palestine and Israel and said that it would lead to instability.

china

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China also said on Sunday: “China is deeply concerned about the current violence and asks the parties to use calmness and tolerance in order to prevent the escalation of the conflict.”

A spokesman for the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs said: “China wants the international community, especially influential countries, to play a constructive role in ensuring peace and stability in the region.”

European Community

At the same time, EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell condemned Iran’s attack on Israel as “unprecedented violence and a serious threat to the security of the region” and condemned it.

great britain

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has condemned Iran’s drone and missile attack on Israel and said that Britain will “continue to defend Israel’s security”.

“Along with our allies, we are working quickly to stabilize the situation and prevent further escalation. No one wants more bloodshed,” Sunanak said in a statement.

France

French Foreign Minister Stephane Sojourn condemned Iran’s attacks on Israel as a “new level” of security threats.

Emphasizing France’s commitment to Israel’s security, Sojourn added: “By taking this unprecedented step, Iran has reached a new level of instability and is at risk of escalating military tensions.”

German

German Foreign Minister Annalina Birbock wrote on the X social network on Sunday morning that Germany “condemns in the strongest possible terms the ongoing attack, which could plunge the entire region into crisis.”

“Iran and its proxies must stop this immediately. We offer our full solidarity to Israel at this time,” Birbok said.

Canada

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said his country “condemns Iran’s airstrikes against Israel in Zagharda.”

Trudeau said in a statement: “We stand with Israel. After supporting the brutal attack by Hamas on October 7, the Iranian regime’s latest actions will further destabilize the region and make lasting peace more difficult.” “

“We support Israel’s right to defend itself and its people against these attacks,” he added.

Italy

Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani said his country was following the situation with “care and concern” and was “ready to handle any scenario”.

Iran has said that it carried out these attacks in response to Israel’s attack on its consulate in Syria, and if Israel continues such attacks, Tehran’s response will be even tougher.

Israel has not yet claimed responsibility for the attack on the Iranian consulate in which two senior IRGC commanders were killed.