UK PM backs American strikes on Iran, Saudi Arabia condemns US

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed support for America's decision to conduct 'precision' strikes on Iran. Calling Iran's nuclear program a "grave threat" to international security, Starmer on Sunday called on Iran to reach a diplomatic solution. UK PM Starmer said that America's actions have alleviated the threat posed by Israel. He wrote on X, "Iran's nuclear programme is a grave threat to international security. Iran can never be allowed to develop a nuclear weapon, and the US has taken action to alleviate that threat. The situation in the Middle East remains volatile, and stability in the region is a priority. We call on Iran to return to the negotiating table and reach a diplomatic solution to end this crisis."
Saudi Arabia on Sunday condemned the US strikes on nuclear sites in Iran and while urging for restraint to avoid further escalation of the conflict. Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs in a statement on X said, "The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is following with deep concern the developments in the Islamic Republic of Iran, particularly the targeting of Iranian nuclear facilities by the United States of America. The Kingdom reaffirms the contents of its statement issued on June 13, 2025, in which it condemned and denounced the violation of the sovereignty of the Islamic Republic of Iran."
Saudi Arabia has also called on the international community to intensify their efforts for reaching a political solution to end the crisis and achieve security and stability in the region. It said, "The Kingdom underscores the need to exert all possible efforts to exercise restraint, de-escalate tensions, and avoid further escalation.