U.S. Strikes on Iran Nuclear Sites Spark Global Reactions and Threats of Retaliation.

Axar.az reports citing CBS news.

The U.S. conducted precision airstrikes on three Iranian nuclear facilities, joining Israel’s ongoing campaign against Iran. President Trump hailed the strikes as a major success, while Iran vowed “regrettable responses” and threatened attacks on U.S. interests in the region.

Key Reactions:

Israel: Leaders praised the U.S. for “peace through strength,” hoping it aids regional security and the release of hostages.

Iran: Condemned the strikes as violations of international law, accused the U.S. of sabotaging diplomacy, and promised fierce retaliation. Iranian officials planned urgent talks with Russia.

Russia: Strongly condemned the strikes as irresponsible and warned they risk broadening the Middle East conflict.

U.N.: Secretary-General Guterres called for de-escalation and stressed diplomacy as the only solution.

Iran’s Allies: Hamas and Yemen’s Houthis condemned the U.S. action and pledged support for Iran’s resistance.

Lebanon: PM Nawaf Salam urged Lebanon to avoid involvement amid regional tensions.

China: Warned the U.S. risked repeating mistakes made in Iraq by pursuing military intervention.

Western Leaders:

UK PM Keir Starmer urged Iran to return to negotiations and called the nuclear program a threat.

EU’s Kaja Kallas emphasized preventing escalation and holding talks.

New Zealand and Australia stressed diplomacy and de-escalation.

France called for restraint and reaffirmed opposition to Iran’s nuclear weapons development.

The strikes have intensified fears of wider regional conflict with potential retaliatory attacks on U.S. forces and allies. The situation remains volatile with calls worldwide for dialogue over further military action.