Ten African nations — Somalia, Egypt, Sudan, Libya, Djibouti, Mauritania, Algeria, Chad, Gambia, and Comoros — have jointly condemned Israel’s recent military strike on Iran, calling it a dangerous escalation that threatens regional and global peace.
In a unified statement issued in mid-June, the governments expressed deep concern over the growing instability following the Israeli airstrike on Iranian territory in early June 2025. The declaration urged all parties to de-escalate tensions, respect sovereignty, and commit to non-selective nuclear disarmament, highlighting the importance of upholding international law in the face of rising geopolitical risks.
African Union Warns of Global Repercussions
The African Union also weighed in, condemning the attack and warning that such escalations pose a serious threat to international peace and stability. The AU emphasized the need for restraint and reaffirmed its position that diplomatic engagement must prevail over military confrontation.
Background: Renewed Israel-Iran Hostilities
The condemnation follows Israel’s early June airstrike targeting military-linked infrastructure inside Iran, which Israeli officials described as a pre-emptive response to growing security threats. Iran, in turn, denounced the attack as a violation of its sovereignty.
Tensions between the two countries have simmered for decades, driven by ideological rivalry, military confrontations, and disputes over Iran’s regional influence and nuclear program.
While not directly involved in the conflict, the ten African nations and the African Union collectively underscored the global ramifications of continued hostilities, warning that unchecked aggression could disrupt regional alliances, impact energy markets, and heighten the risk of broader war.
Their joint call reaffirms Africa’s commitment to peaceful resolution of international disputes, and its role as a growing diplomatic voice in global affairs.