A number of Middle Eastern and European countries have condemned the new wave of Israeli strikes on Lebanon and called for a diplomatic resolution to the conflict. This was reported by CNN, according to UNN.
Lebanon reported continued attacks
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun stated that Israel continues military operations and shelling of Lebanese villages under the pretext of self-defense.
According to him, Beirut remains committed to a diplomatic path for resolving the conflict.
"This will not be resolved in a few moments. It is a process that takes time, and we have no other choice," Aoun emphasized.
Saudi Arabia and Qatar accused Israel of violating Lebanon's sovereignty
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Saudi Arabia condemned the "Israeli aggression" against Lebanon and called on the international community to stop the military escalation.
Qatar also criticized the "ongoing Israeli attacks," the expansion of the ground operation, and strikes on the civilian population. Doha called Israel's actions a "dangerous escalation" and a "gross violation of the international humanitarian order."
Jordan and Turkey called for an end to the escalation
The Jordanian Foreign Ministry declared its support for Lebanon's sovereignty and security and called for the provision of humanitarian aid.
Turkey, for its part, condemned the expansion of the Israeli operation in Lebanon "in the strongest possible terms" and called on the international community for immediate action to stop the attacks.
European countries advocated for a diplomatic settlement
UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper stated that the escalation by Israel has led to the death and displacement of civilians, the destruction of infrastructure, and the narrowing of space for diplomacy.
At the same time, she called on Hezbollah to stop attacks on Israel and lay down its arms, and for all parties to observe a ceasefire.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Portugal also called for an end to the attacks and for ensuring compliance with the truce.
German Foreign Ministry official Johann Wadephul stated that the advancement of Israeli troops into Lebanon is "of serious concern," although he called it a reaction to Hezbollah's attacks on northern Israel.
According to him, a "sustainable diplomatic solution" is necessary to protect the civilian population on both sides of the border.