Demand from world leaders to refrain from further action

After Israel launched a missile attack on Iran, world leaders urged de-escalation in the Middle East and called for no further action.

European Union Commission President Ursula van der Leyen says Iran, Israel and their allies should avoid further escalation and refrain from further action.

The British Prime Minister said on the reports of the Israeli attack on Iran that a significant increase in violence in the Middle East is not in anyone’s interest.

French Deputy Foreign Minister says Israel has the right to defend itself under international law, calls for de-escalation in Middle East.

China says it opposes any move to escalate tensions.

Russia urges both sides to show restraint, Kremlin spokesman says is reviewing reports of Israeli attack on Iran.

Egypt has expressed great concern over the continued tension between Iran and Israel, warning that it will result in increased conflict and instability in the region.

Turkey called on the parties to refrain from actions leading to wider conflicts in the Middle East and said the international community’s priority was to stop the carnage in Gaza.

Turkey said that lasting regional peace should be ensured through the establishment of a Palestinian state.