Russia and China have called for restraint and diplomacy at the United Nations amid rapidly escalating tensions between the United States and Iran. During a Security Council session, both countries warned that military action cannot resolve the region's interconnected conflicts and urged all sides to return to negotiations.
Escalation After US Strikes
The appeals came hours after the US launched strikes on Iranian military infrastructure near the Strait of Hormuz. In response, Iran's Revolutionary Guard conducted retaliatory attacks, intensifying concerns about a broader conflict across the Middle East.
Retaliatory Actions
Iran's Revolutionary Guard attacked two vessels in response to the US strikes and shut down the Strait of Hormuz, declaring that no ship would pass. The US fired 49 Tomahawk missiles to attack Iran, while Iranian Shahed drones reportedly exhausted the superpower's defenses. Iran also attacked US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain, bombing Patriot systems and Fifth Fleet facilities. In a major offensive, missiles and drones hit 20 targets at US bases in the Gulf, leaving Trump stunned. The IRGC also claimed a missile attack on a US F-16, amid high drama over Iranian airspace.
Broader Implications
These developments have heightened fears of a wider regional war, with both superpowers engaging in direct military confrontation. The international community watches closely as diplomatic efforts continue at the UN.
