The war between Iran and the United States has been condemned by German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier as a catastrophic and illegal political blunder that violates international law. In a speech delivered at an event in Berlin, Steinmeier criticized US President Donald Trump’s decision to go to war with Iran, stating that the conflict is a breach of international law. He further stated that the justification for a sudden US attack is unacceptable and that the war is also a politically catastrophic mistake that could have been easily avoided.
Steinmeier emphasized that if the objective of the war was to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons, then the conflict is unnecessary. Experts have warned of severe storms, strong winds, and polluted air in Saudi Arabia and the Middle East region, prompting a warning from meteorologists.
The war has resulted in widespread destruction, with several buildings in Tel Aviv destroyed in Iranian attacks, and sirens blaring in northern Israel. A gas and petroleum crisis has been triggered in India, with the poor forced to burn wood and coal again due to a shortage of gas.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has stated that the conflict in the Middle East has spiraled out of control, with the world facing the threat of a massive war. Pakistan’s Foreign Minister has been in touch with his counterparts in neighboring countries, including Pakistan, as part of an effort to address the crisis.
In response to US proposals, Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry has expressed his country’s opposition. Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has held meetings with foreign ministers of neighboring countries, including Pakistan.
The Chinese shipping giant, Cosco, has restarted bookings for some Middle Eastern countries after a three-week hiatus. Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has warned that any US naval fleet that enters Iranian missile range will be targeted.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has been praised by Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi for his clear stance against Israeli aggression. Iraq’s Prime Minister has instructed the Iraqi government to summon the US ambassador to discuss the issue of US attacks on Iraqi forces.
In related news, Iranian officials have stated that they have reviewed US proposals and found them to be unacceptable. Iranian officials have also warned that Tehran is closely monitoring US activities in the region, particularly military deployments.
Meanwhile, Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has held meetings with foreign ministers of neighboring countries, including Pakistan. In a separate development, the Iranian government has taken steps to mitigate the impact of rising fuel prices on the public.
Finally, health experts have warned that persistent back pain should not be dismissed as mere muscle strain, as it can also be an early symptom of liver cancer.
