Supporters of the strikes
Israel: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praised President Trump’s decision, calling it a “pivot of history.”
“President Trump acted to deny the world’s most dangerous regime the world’s most dangerous weapons,” Netanyahu said.
“In Operation Rising Lion, Israel has done truly amazing things, but in tonight’s action against Iran’s nuclear facilities, America has been truly unsurpassed.”
Signs reading “Thank you, Mr President” appeared in Tel Aviv, reflecting public support.
In the United States
Republican leaders in the US: Several Republican lawmakers strongly backed the strikes.
“This was the right call. The regime deserves it. Well done,” said Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC).
“We have the best Air Force in the world. Fly, Fight, Win.”
Rep. Mike Lawler (R-NY) compared the decision to President Obama’s military actions in Libya and Yemen.
Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA): “Iran is the world’s leading sponsor of terrorism and cannot have nuclear capabilities.”
Vice President JD Vance: “We are not at war with Iran. We’re at war with Iran’s nuclear program.”
“Ukraine is convinced that Iran’s nuclear programme must be stopped…” the foreign ministry stated.
Critics of the strikes
Progressive Democrats and Independents:
“The President’s disastrous decision to bomb Iran without authorisation is a grave violation of the Constitution,” said Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY). “It is absolutely and clearly grounds for impeachment.”
Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) echoed her concerns:
“The only entity that can take this country to war is the US Congress. The president does not have the right.”
Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) called the strikes “not constitutional.”
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA): Though a Trump ally, she urged for peace:
“Let us join together and pray for the safety of our U.S. troops and Americans in the Middle East.”
Iran: Tehran condemned the strikes as “criminal aggression.”
“The Islamic Republic of Iran is resolved to defend Iran’s territory… by all force and means.”
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi called Trump a “lawless bully” and said he had betrayed his own voters.
“Grossly violates international law,” said the Foreign Ministry, condemning damage to Iran’s nuclear infrastructure.
China’s foreign ministry “strongly condemns” the strikes, saying they “seriously violate” the UN charter.
Who raised concerns and called for restraint
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer stopped short of endorsing the strikes. “Iran cannot be allowed to have a nuclear weapon… We must now de-escalate the situation.”
Foreign Secretary David Lammy reiterated: “The UK did not participate in these strikes. We urge Iran to show restraint.”
European Union: EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said: “Iran must not be allowed to develop a nuclear weapon… I urge all sides to step back.”
France President Emmanuel Macron called Iranian President Pezeshkian to urge restraint: “This is the only path to peace and security for all.”
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said he was “gravely alarmed.” “There is a growing risk this conflict could rapidly get out of control.”
Saudi Arabia called for “diplomatic solutions” and warned of “highly sensitive circumstances.”
Canada PM Mark Carney said the region remains “highly volatile” despite the intent to neutralise nuclear threats.
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