French President Emmanuel Macron has called on his Iranian counterpart, Masoud Pezeshkian, to release two French nationals, Cécile Kohler and Jacques

France’s Interior Minister, Bruno Retailleau, has local authorities to increase vigilance across the country, particularly at places of worship, festive gatherings, and sites linked to Israeli and

President Emmanuel Macron of France said the exchange of strikes between Israel and Iran had made it impossible.

Iran has told the United States and UK that it could retaliate if the countries aid Israel in attacks amid fears the Middle East will descend into war.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Israel had the right to defend its existence and the safety of its citizens but urged Israel and Iran not to take steps that further escalate the situation. Iran's nuclear program presents "a serious threat to the entire region,

Iran warns the UK, US and France it will target their bases and ships in the region if they help stop the strikes on Israel, according to state media reports. Downing Street hasn't responded yet, but our political correspondent understands the UK has not taken part in any military action, including efforts to defend Israel against strikes.

Instrumentalisation of humanitarian assistance for political purposes, the threats of forced displacement, and Israel’s plan to remain in Gaza after the war are unacceptable,' says joint statement - A

World powers respond to rising Middle East tensions as Israel strikes Iranian sites. The U.S. insists it was not involved in strikes, and the much of the globe urges restraint.