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Iran, Israel must de-escalate conflict immediately: UK Foreign Secretary
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Iran, Israel must de-escalate conflict immediately: UK Foreign Secretary

From Times of Oman · () English

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  • UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper urged Israel and Iran to de-escalate conflict following Iran's missile attacks.
  • Cooper stated that resuming conflict serves no one's interest and called for restraint and immediate de-escalation.
  • The UK official also emphasized the need for continued negotiations towards a lasting settlement for regional peace and global trade restoration.

The United Kingdom is calling for an immediate de-escalation of the conflict between Iran and Israel, following Iran's recent missile attacks on northern Israel. UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper stressed that the resumption of hostilities is not in anyone's interest.

The resumption of conflict between Iran and Israel is in no one's interest. Both sides must show restraint and de-escalate immediately.

— Yvette CooperUK Foreign Secretary urging de-escalation after Iran's missile attacks.

In a statement on X, Cooper urged both sides to exercise restraint and de-escalate immediately. She emphasized that negotiations must continue to achieve a lasting settlement, which is crucial for peace and stability in the region. Furthermore, she highlighted the importance of such a settlement for the full restoration of global trade.

Negotiations must continue towards the lasting settlement that we all need, for peace and stability in the region, and for the full restoration of global trade.

— Yvette CooperUK Foreign Secretary emphasizing the need for a diplomatic solution.

The Iranian missile attacks marked the first direct missile strike from Iran on Israel since April 8. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed the launch of missiles from Iran toward Israel, stating that defensive systems were actively intercepting the threat. The Home Front Command issued safety directives to the public, advising them to enter protected spaces and remain there until further announcements.

Sirens were sounded in several areas across the country following the identification of missiles launched from Iran toward Israel. Defensive systems are operating to intercept the threat.

— Israel Defence Forces (IDF)Confirming the missile launch and defensive measures.

While no casualties or damage have been reported so far, the situation remains tense. This exchange follows a period of heightened regional tensions, including an Israeli strike on Hezbollah targets in Beirut after Hezbollah fired rockets into Israel.

The public is requested to exercise responsibility and act in accordance with the directives - they save lives. Upon receiving the alert, one must enter protected spaces and remain in them until a new announcement.

— IAFHome Front Command's safety directives to the public.
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