Meeting in Ankara addresses impact of Israeli attacks on Iran on regional, global security, along with Türkiye's possible contingency measures

Israel's strikes on Iranian nuclear and military facilities have been described as a 'grave danger and a serious threat' to the peace, security, and stability of the entire region and beyond, Pakistan told the UN Security Council during an emergency session convened on Friday.

Iran conflict World leaders have warned against further military escalations between Israel and Iran following two days of missile fire between the two countries. The exchange began when Israel launched a large-scale attack on Iran on Friday,

Republicans and some Democrats offered strong support for Israel’s move, but many Democrats called for de-escalation and warned of the consequences of a broader war.

Experts suggest the U.S. has a strategic opportunity to leverage Iran's weakened position for a nuclear deal after Israel's targeted strikes on Iranian nuclear and military sites.

In sweeping attacks that started early Friday, Israel has struck at the regime in Tehran, targeting Iranian nuclear and military assets. The Israeli strikes have killed more than 70 people, including four top security chiefs, and damaged Iran’s main nuclear site at Natanz.

Iran launched a counterattack on Israel the same day Israel hit Iranian nuclear sites and military bases with airstrikes on June 13.