On Wednesday, U.S. President Joe Biden expressed his opposition to Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. His comments come a day after Iran launched around 200 missiles at Israel.
When asked by reporters about his potential support for such an action by Israel, Biden responded, “The answer is no.” He added, “The G7 nations agree that the Israelis have the right to respond, but their response should be proportional.”
G7 Leaders Condemn Iranian Attack on Israel
The White House issued a statement confirming that the Group of Seven (G7) leaders condemned Iran’s missile attack on Israel and are considering imposing new sanctions on Tehran. According to the statement, President Biden took part in phone discussions with G7 leaders to address Iran’s “unacceptable attacks on Israel” and to coordinate their response, which may include new sanctions.
Conclusion
Biden’s stance emphasizes the importance of proportionality in response to recent escalations, with the G7 working to present a united front against the ongoing tensions between Iran and Israel.
