Aftermath of US-Israel Strikes on Iran: India Calls for "Diplomatic Resolution" vs Pakistan Condemns "Violation of International Law" [US Strikes on Iran]

India Urges Respect for Territorial Integrity, Ramps Up Neutral Diplomacy
Pakistan and Malaysia Criticize Israel for Attempting to Widen the Conflict

The international community remains sharply divided over the United States and Israel's air strikes on Iran and the removal of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. India has called for a diplomatic resolution from a neutral standpoint, while Pakistan has strongly condemned the actions of the United States and Israel.

Tehran citizens mourning the death of the Supreme Leader of Iran. Photo by EPA Yonhap News.

According to major foreign media outlets on March 1 (local time), India's Ministry of External Affairs issued a statement urging diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions in the Middle East, emphasizing that "the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all countries must be respected." S. Jaishankar, India's Minister of External Affairs, spoke separately with the foreign ministers of Israel and Iran to convey India's stance on the need to ease tensions.

In contrast, Pakistan has defined the air strikes as an unjustified attack. Munir Akram, Pakistan's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, expressed strong regret, stating, "The attack, which violated international law, occurred just as diplomatic efforts had resumed." However, he also added a statement condemning attacks by Iran on countries in the Middle East.

Australia and New Zealand, both members of the intelligence alliance 'Five Eyes,' have made Iran's regime responsible clear. Anthony Albanese, Prime Minister of Australia, said, "Khamenei is responsible for the ballistic missile and nuclear programs, as well as for brutal violence against his own people," stressing, "We will not mourn his death." New Zealand also issued a joint statement urging Iran's leadership to seek a solution through negotiations.

Anwar Ibrahim, Prime Minister of Malaysia, an Islamic nation, described Israel's attack as "a despicable attempt to draw other countries into the conflict," and called for the immediate cessation of hostilities. Vietnam, Thailand, and other Southeast Asian countries also issued statements expressing concern over rising tensions in the Middle East and urging all parties to prevent further escalation.

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