-
G7 leaders condemn Iran, warn of risk of escalation
Leaders of the G7 nations condemned Iran's attack on Israel and said on Sunday (Apr 14) they would work to try to prevent an "uncontrollable regional escalation" in the Middle East. Italy, which holds the rotating presidency of the G7, had called a meeting of G7 heads after US President Joe Biden pledged a coordinated diplomatic response to the unprecedented drone and missile attack launched overnight by Iran. "With its actions, Iran has further stepped toward the destabilization of the region and risks provoking an uncontrollable regional escalation. This must be avoided," a statement issued by Italy said. The G7 ... (full story)