World Wide
Global Response to US-Israel War on Iran
AI Summary
The US-Israel war on Iran has triggered a global energy crisis and darkened the economic outlook. Countries around the world have responded in various ways, with some condemning the attacks, while others have called for a diplomatic solution.
The Lead
Sunday marks 100 days since the United States and Israel launched a war on Iran – a conflict that has triggered a global energy crisis and darkened the global economic outlook.Global Reactions to the War
The war, which Iran has called an “unprovoked act of aggression”, has expanded to Gulf nations as well as Lebanon. A fragile ceasefire has been in place since April 8, but Israel has continued its offensive in Lebanon, killing more than 3,000 people.The Gulf Region's Response
Gulf states have been caught up in the war since it began on February 28, with Iran launching missile and drone strikes against US military assets hosted on their soil. Here's how some countries have been reacting:- Oman – Expressed dismay at the war and accused the US of “losing control of its own foreign policy”.
- Qatar – Condemned Iran's attacks and called for de-escalation and dialogue.
- United Arab Emirates (UAE) – Condemned Iran's attacks and reportedly carried out dozens of air strikes against Iran.
- Bahrain – Called attacks on its territory “treacherous” and actively used its UN diplomacy to push resolutions condemning Iran's actions.
- Kuwait – Denounced Iranian attacks as a “flagrant violation” of international law.
- Saudi Arabia – Condemned Iranian attacks and warned of “dire consequences”.
Other Countries' Reactions
- Iraq – Condemned US-Israel strikes on Tehran while trying to prevent its territory from being dragged into the conflict.
- Turkiye – Called on all parties to end the spiral of violence and urged an end to the war.
- Jordan – Urged the warring parties to halt hostilities and called on Israel to end its war on Lebanon.
- Egypt – Expressed deep concern and called for de-escalation and a diplomatic resolution.
- African Union – Condemned aggression against Gulf states and urged immediate de-escalation.
- India – Called for restraint and avoidance of escalation, while condemning Iranian attacks on Gulf nations.
The Impact Analysis
The war has had significant impacts on the global economy, including rising oil prices and market volatility. Countries have been affected in various ways, including:- Disruptions to navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping route.
- Attacks on oil facilities and energy infrastructure.
- Economic worries, including a case of force majeure on oilfields developed by foreign oil companies in Iraq.