Iran Rejects Western Calls to Refrain from Attack on Israel
Iran has firmly rejected calls from the UK and other Western nations to avoid retaliation against Israel following the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that retaliation is a legal right and a necessary response to aggression, despite international diplomatic efforts urging restraint.
In response, Israel has heightened its military readiness, anticipating potential attacks from Iran or its proxies. The US has also increased its military presence in the region, warning of possible significant attacks soon.
Leaders from the UK, France, and Germany have expressed concerns over escalating tensions, emphasizing that any aggression would jeopardize peace efforts. Meanwhile, the situation remains volatile, with ongoing military exchanges between Israel and Hezbollah, and a humanitarian crisis unfolding in Gaza.