US Strikes Iran Nuclear Sites Trigger Regional Tensions, Prompt Global Calls for De-escalation

Following recent U.S. military strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, global leaders and officials have called urgently for de-escalation and renewed diplomacy to prevent further conflict in the Middle East. Azerbaijan’s Foreign Ministry expressed serious concern over the worsening situation and called for restraint from all parties. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, emphasizing dialogue and peace, as the U.S. strikes targeted facilities reportedly without nuclear material, according to the IAEA. Ireland’s leadership, including Tánaiste Simon Harris and Premier Micheal Martin, highlighted the dangerous potential for escalation between Iran and Israel, advocating for a negotiated solution and maintaining close coordination with EU partners. They also noted the evacuation of Irish embassy staff from Tehran and the monitoring of Irish peacekeepers in Lebanon amid rising tensions. The IAEA’s warning about possible radioactive risks underscores the urgency of diplomatic efforts to avoid a broader regional and global security crisis.