Global backlash and condemnation sparked by Israeli strikes on Iran

After Israel’s assault against Iran, regional and international condemnations poured in, condemning the strike as a provocation and claiming that it violated Iranian sovereignty and international law.

The Israeli occupation launched an aerial attack against Iran on Saturday, focusing on its bases and military installations. According to early reports and indications, the strike was deemed “weak” since it caused very little damage. Israel wants to exaggerate the scale of its weak strike. Republic General Mohsen Rezaee Mirgha’ed noted this statement on platform X.

“Israel’s aggression against Iran was driven more by fear and the desire to flee the battlefield than by a desire to show strength”

Iran has repeatedly warned Israel not to violate its sovereignty.  “The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran strongly condemns the aggressive actions of Zionist regime [Israel] against military centers in Iran and considers them a clear violation of international law and the UN Charter, namely the principle of refraining from the threat or use of force against the territorial integrity or political independence of other countries,” during the invasion, Iran’s defenses managed to effectively stop the attack and completely defend its land.

International, and regional condemnations
GCC

The Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) condemned the Israeli strikes, denouncing the assault as a “flagrant violation of Iran’s sovereignty.”

Bahrain’s Foreign Ministry condemned Israel’s attack on Iran.

The statement expressed deep concern over continuing tensions and military operations in the Middle East. It emphasized the need for an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and Lebanon. The statement called on the international community to assume its responsibilities regarding an immediate, comprehensive, and permanent ceasefire in the region.

Saudi Arabia

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia condemned the aggression as a violation of Iran’s sovereignty, calling for maximum restraint and the interference of the international community to work toward de-escalation of tensions in the region.

Jordan

In a statement, the Jordanian Foreign Ministry described the attack on Iran as “a violation of international law, a violation of sovereignty, and a step that further escalates tensions in the region.”

Warning that the ongoing tensions would not lead to a conflict that would threaten the stability of the region and international security, the statement called on the international community to take urgent measures to stop Israel’s attacks on Gaza, the West Bank, and Lebanon.

Palestine

Palestine also condemned Israel’s attack on Iran, saying it was a “violation of international law.”

In a statement, the Palestinian Ministry of Foreign Affairs called on the international community to stop the escalating tension and emphasized that urgent measures should be taken to end Israel’s attacks on the Gaza Strip, the West Bank, Jerusalem, and Lebanon as a first step towards stopping the tension in the region.

Hamas and Islamic Jihad

In a written statement, Hamas condemned Israel’s attack and expressed solidarity with Iran.

In a statement, Islamic Jihad evaluated Israel’s attack on Iran as “a serious threat to the security of Arab and Islamic countries.”

Houthis

“Israel’s attack on Iran is an extension of the Zionist madness against the peoples of the region and international peace,” the Houthis in Yemen said in a statement.

Israel’s attack on Iran

According to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) press service, the targets were Iranian missile manufacturing plants. The military decided to strike these facilities because the missiles they produce pose a direct threat to the country.

Israeli strikes on Iran hit 20 facilities and engaged 100 aircraft is false.

The number of targets hit is significantly below 20. The source also confirmed that the attacks had originated outside the country and had a “limited impact.”