G7 Leaders Condemn Iran's Attack on Israel, Threaten Further Measures and Sanctions
G7 leaders strongly condemned Iran for attacking Israel and expressed their solidarity and support for Israel's security following the unprecedented attack.
They warned that Iran's actions risk destabilizing the region and provoking an uncontrollable escalation, and pledged to take further measures in response to any further destabilizing initiatives.
The European Commission and G7 leaders have responded to Iran's attack on Israeli territory by demanding an end to Iran's attacks and threatening additional sanctions, specifically against Iran's drone and missile programs.
The attack was in retaliation for an air strike on Iran's consular building in Syria, which is believed to have been carried out by Israel.
The G7 also announced plans to increase efforts to resolve the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict in Gaza.
The text discusses international efforts to end the crisis in Gaza between Israel and Hamas.
This includes working towards an immediate and sustainable ceasefire and the release of hostages by Hamas, as well as increasing humanitarian assistance to Palestinians in need.
The conflict began on October 7, 2021, with a militant attack by Hamas against Israel, resulting in the deaths of over 1,100 people, mostly civilians.
Israel's retaliatory offensive has resulted in over 33,000 deaths, mostly women and children, in Gaza according to Hamas-run health ministry figures.