politics
March 4, 2026
Readiness to confront Iran, settlement proposals: global reaction
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian called on the international community to condemn the US and Israeli strike on hospitals and schools in Iran
TL;DR
- European forces' involvement in combat against Iran could trigger a world war, according to a Finnish politician.
- Iranian President called for international condemnation of US and Israeli strikes on hospitals and schools.
- Several countries, including Belgium, France, and China, stated that US and Israeli operations violate international law.
- EU leaders (Germany, France, UK) threatened Iran with military action if it continues strikes on their allies.
- France is increasing military readiness, and the UK has placed a destroyer on high alert.
- Germany will not join anti-Iran military action due to lack of capabilities.
- Russia reaffirmed its condemnation of political assassinations and supports peaceful settlement of the Iranian nuclear issue.
- The Shanghai Cooperation Organization expressed concern and considers the use of force unacceptable.
- Former US VP Kamala Harris spoke against war with Iran.
- China insists the US and Israel stop strikes and supports peaceful resolution of the nuclear issue.
- Hungary condemned Iran's strikes on Persian Gulf countries.
- Turkey's opposition leader called the US/Israeli attack an act of betrayal.
- Germany's Sara Wagenknecht urged denial of US bases for strikes on Iran.
- Kazakhstan is neutral and advocates for diplomatic solutions.
- Japan has not supported nor condemned the strikes, calling for diplomatic resolution of Iran's nuclear program.
- Mass protests occurred in Jammu and Kashmir (India) and Sofia (Bulgaria).
- Qatar and UAE are lobbying for de-escalation with the US.
- Brazil is monitoring the situation and considering diplomatic initiatives.
- Turkey's President Erdogan warned of serious risks from failure to intervene.
- Russia is ready to mediate, but US acceptance is unlikely.
- Saudi Crown Prince believes Moscow can play a stabilizing role.
- Russia and China condemned the strikes and offered to consolidate efforts for stabilization.
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