Israel Attack Iran: Iran Cautions Neighbors
Escalating Tensions: Iran's Warning to Neighbors
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Bracing itself for a retaliatory strike from Israel, Iran has been urging its Arab neighbors not to allow Israel to use their airspace, two diplomats from Gulf nations told NBC News on Friday. Israel has vowed to respond to last week’s ballistic missile attack by Iran, prompting Tehran to warn countries that helping Israel in any way could potentially escalate into war, one of the diplomats said.
Concerns Among Gulf Nations
- The Gulf Cooperation Council is not interested in being caught in a crossfire.
- Many Arab nations, such as Jordan and the United Arab Emirates, host vital U.S. bases and oil facilities.
- Iran's warning has raised fears that these sites could become potential targets.
Araghchi traveled to Qatar and Saudi Arabia to garner support and persuade them to influence Washington regarding the escalating situation. Tehran asserts that its actions are retaliatory in nature, aimed at addressing previous attacks.
Diplomatic Moves and International Reactions
Pezeshkian's continued discussions with key global leaders signify a concerted effort to manage regional tensions. With threats of an Israeli response looming, the atmosphere remains charged with uncertainty.
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