They expressed deep concern over escalating regional tensions and urged the UN Security Council to intervene for a ceasefire and diplomatic resolution, emphasising the need for regional stability.

Russia's Foreign Ministry expressed "extreme concern" on June 13 over Israel's recent strike on Iran, calling it a dangerous escalation that violated the United Nations Charter and international law.

Antonio Guterres 'particularly concerned by Israeli attacks on nuclear installations in Iran' amid ongoing talks between Tehran and Washington

Pledging diplomatic efforts to prevent further deterioration of situation, Japan condemns Israeli attack as 'escalating the situation' - Anadolu Ajansı

Saudi Arabia’s foreign minister held calls with counterparts across the Middle East to avoid a wider flare-up.

Russia condemned the attack, accusing Israel of wrecking diplomatic efforts to strike a deal to allay Western concerns about Tehran’s nuclear programme.

Israel on Friday carried out dozens of airstrikes in Iran, hitting nuclear and military sites and killing several commanders and nuclear scientists.

The Russian Foreign Ministry said on Friday that Israeli strikes on Iran and its nuclear facilities were unprovoked and in breach of the United Nations charter. "Unprovoked military strikes against a sovereign UN member state,

Iranians called for revenge on Friday demanding a swift response to a dizzying wave of strikes by Israel, as some took to the streets in protest, while others sheltered inside, unsure what would happen next.