‘Dangerous venture’: World reacts to US-Israel attack on Iran

March 2, 2026

TL;DR

US and Israel conducted joint strikes on Iran, killing Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, leading to retaliation from Tehran.
US President Trump called the operation necessary for American protection, while Israeli PM Netanyahu termed it a "preemptive measure."
The UN Secretary-General condemned the escalation, warning of wider regional conflict.
Russia and China condemned the US-Israeli strikes as a violation of international law and warned of catastrophic consequences.
China, India, Brazil, and the African Union urged for restraint, dialogue, and respect for sovereignty.
Yemen's Houthi group and Israel's neighbors like Lebanon and Jordan criticized the escalation.
Malaysia and Pakistan condemned the attacks, calling for de-escalation and diplomacy.
The European Union condemned Iran's retaliation more sharply than the initial strikes, calling for restraint.
Britain confirmed non-participation in the strikes and urged Iran to refrain from further action.
Germany, France, and Italy condemned Iranian military actions and called for diplomacy.
Spain and Norway criticized the US-Israeli strikes, warning of escalating tensions and undermining international law.
Protests occurred globally, with tens of thousands in Iran mourning Khamenei and denouncing the US and Israel, alongside international rallies supporting or opposing the strikes and anti-American protests in Pakistan and Iraq.

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