World leaders are calling for calm and restraint as tensions escalate between Iran and Israel. The European Union is urging all parties to protect civilians and respect international humanitarian law, emphasizing the need for maximum restraint and adherence to global norms, according to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa.

The EU’s top officials have expressed serious concerns over the situation, calling for an immediate de-escalation and a return to dialogue. They’ve also pledged support for EU citizens in the region and are coordinating with Arab partners to explore diplomatic solutions. Leaders from France, Germany, and the UK have condemned unilateral military actions and stressed the importance of respecting international law.

Norway’s Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide has warned that preventive strikes, as described by Israel, don’t conform to international law and require an imminent threat. The international community is rallying behind efforts to prevent further escalation.