The G7 and the European Union condemn the Iranian attack on Israel

The leaders of G7with the Italian Presidency at the helm, condemned this on Sunday “unanimous” the “unprecedented” attack that Iran launched on Israeli territory last night.

The President of the European Council, Charles Michel, who took part in the video conference of the leaders of the G7, expressed on social networks “the unanimous condemnation of this unprecedented attack” before asking all parties “to take action”. containment exercise“.

‘We will continue with all our efforts to work towards that de-escalation. Put an end to the crisis in Gaza as soon as possible, in particular by Stop the fire will make an immediate difference,” he said after this afternoon’s video conference, which lasted about an hour and also included the heads of state and government. Italy, United States, Germany, France, United Kingdom, Japan and Canada.

The European Union condemns the attack

“The EU condemns in the strongest terms Iran’s attacks on Israel with drones and missiles. It is an unprecedented escalation and a threat to regional security,” the EU High Representative for Foreign and Security Policy said. Joseph Borrellin a statement on behalf of the 27 countries members.

EU countries “reiterate their commitment to Israel’s security.” “In this tense regional situation, escalation is in no one’s interest. We ask for the utmost restraint from all parties,” he added.

‘The EU remains complete willing to contribute to the de-escalation and security of the region and is in close contact with all parties to this end,” he emphasized.