The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan has issued a statement expressing deep concern over the recent escalation of tensions in the Middle East. The statement comes in the wake of Iran's retaliatory strike against Israel on April 13, marking an escalation in hostilities in the region.
Uzbekistan urges all parties involved to exercise restraint and refrain from further military actions. The ministry emphasizes the importance of seeking a speedy political resolution to the conflict, underlining the potential for further escalation and widespread military confrontation if tensions continue to rise.
The recent exchange of hostilities has heightened the threat of a broader regional conflict, drawing swift responses from global leaders. The White House has indicated opposition to any Israeli counterattack against Iran, while Israel has requested condemnation of Iran's actions and the designation of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps as a terrorist organization in a scheduled UN Security Council meeting.
Iran's retaliatory strikes targeted Israeli installations, following what Tehran described as an Israeli attack on its Damascus consulate on April 1, resulting in casualties among Iranian officers. While Israel has neither confirmed nor denied its involvement in the consulate attack, Iran characterized its strike as a response to perceived "Israeli crimes."
The attack on Israel involved a significant deployment of drones, cruise missiles, and surface-to-surface missiles, originating from multiple fronts including Lebanon, Yemen, Syria, and Iraq. Despite the intensity of the assault, no fatalities were reported, and damage was assessed as relatively minor.
In addition to Uzbekistan's statement, Japan has also condemned Iran's attack on Israel. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan reiterated the importance of peace and stability in the region, reaffirming Japan's commitment to diplomatic efforts aimed at preventing further deterioration of the situation.
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