The UN commented on Iran’s attack on Israel

UN Secretary General evaluates Iran’s attack on Israel

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condemned Iran’s attack on Israel, RIA Novosti reports.

In his statement, the UN Secretary General called for an immediate end to all hostilities.

“I strongly condemn the serious escalation caused by the large-scale attack carried out this evening by the Islamic Republic of Iran against Israel,” Guterres said.

He also said he was alarmed by the possible escalation of hostilities throughout the region.

“I call on all parties to exercise maximum restraint to avoid any action that could lead to a major military confrontation on multiple fronts in the Middle East,” Guterres said, noting that “neither the region nor the world can afford another war.” .

As reported, Iran attacked Israeli territory with kamikaze drones on Saturday evening. Media citing Israeli authorities reported that Iran launched “hundreds” of attack drones into Israel. The reason is the recent Israeli airstrike on the Iranian consulate in Damascus. Later it became known about the launch of ballistic and cruise missiles against Israel. At the same time, a report by the Israeli Kan radio station said that Israel was attacked by drones not only from Iran, but also from Yemen.

Israeli authorities confirmed the launch of drones from Iran. The Pentagon confirmed Iran’s attack on Israel. British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, French Foreign Minister and Borrell, on behalf of the EU, condemned the Iranian attack. Explosions were heard in the sky over Jerusalem, AFP reported. It is also reported that air raid sirens sounded in southern Israel, and then throughout the country. The US and UK air forces reported “hundreds” of drones destroyed.

Iran’s mission to the UN has appealed to US authorities, urging them to “stay away” from the conflict between Tehran and Tel Aviv. The statement said that the Iranian army’s attack on Israeli territory was self-defense.

Earlier, the United States considered it likely that Iran could attack Israel on Sunday morning. The day before, US President Joe Biden called on Iran not to attack Israel.

The White House reported that the American leader interrupted his day off and returned to his workplace in order to consult with security advisers on the escalating situation in the Middle East.