As the Israel – Palestine conflict is surging higher each passing moments with report saying nearly 600 Israelis were killed during the “bloodiest war” and over 1000 injured, and 370 people from Palestinian side was killed and nearly 2200 injured, the World seems divided in supporting the two countries.
Joe Biden says the United States “unequivocally condemns” the “assault against Israel by Hamas terrorists from Gaza” and said US is ready to provide all sort of aid to the “government and the people of Israel”. US also warns any other “party hostile to Israel seeking advantage in this situation”. Former President of United States, Donald Trump called the attacks from Hamas as a “disgrace and Israel has every right to defend itself”.
In a statement, Morocco expressed their “deep concern” and “condemns the attack against civilians” on either sides.
The Ministry Of Foreign Affairs of Japan said in a statement that the country “strongly condemns” Hamas”s attack against Israel and urged all parties involved to maintain “maximum restrain” as a method to avoid further “damages and casualties”.
Attack on Israel by the Palestinian militants including Hamas
(Statement by Press Secretary KOBAYASHI Maki)
https://t.co/eOvODB6gl3— MOFA of Japan (@MofaJapan_en) October 7, 2023
In another statement, the country said it “strongly condemns” the alleged acts of kidnapping of Israeli civilans and urges the “early release” of the captives. The statement also said that the country will practice “close coordination” with the “international community” to calm down the situation.
The Clashes between Israel and the Palestinian militants (Statement by FM KAMIKAWA)
#Israel #Palestine
https://t.co/zd7UuDNNDB— MOFA of Japan (@MofaJapan_en) October 8, 2023
Kuwait accused Israel for its “blatant attacks” and expressed their “grave concern” over the escalation of the “war”.
Italy “condemns” Hamas”s “brutal attack” against Israel in “strongest terms” and said that Israel have rights to “defend itself”.
Iran made their stance clear and congratulated the “Palestinian fighters”. As per an Iranian news site, Iran declared to “stand by the Palestinian fighters until the liberation of Palestine and Jerusalem”.
Greece “stand with Israel”. The country”s Ministry of Foreign Affairs wrote on X that the country “strongly condemns” Gaza”s rocket attavk against Israel.
Greece strongly condemns today's launch of heavy rocket attacks from Gaza against Israel.
Greece stands with Israel and is deeply concerned by this unacceptable escalation of violence. pic.twitter.com/xQbrsgbBx0— Υπουργείο Εξωτερικών (@GreeceMFA) October 7, 2023
Germany too is one the list of those who “strongly condemn” Gaza”s “terrorist attack” against Israel. Annalena Baerbock, the country”s Foreign Minister wrote on X that Germany stands in solidarity with Israel and Israel has full right “under international law to defend itself”.
Hamas eskaliert die Gewalt. Ich verurteile die terroristischen Angriffe aus Gaza gegen #Israel aufs Schärfste. Gewalt & Raketen gegen Unschuldige müssen sofort aufhören. Israel hat unsere volle Solidarität & das völkerrechtlich verbriefte Recht, sich gegen Terror zu verteidigen.
— Außenministerin Annalena Baerbock (@ABaerbock) October 7, 2023
Jordan continued to call for creating a “Politican horizon” to put a full stop to “occupation” and end all moves that would add fuel to the already fragile situation between Israel and Palestine. In a Statement, Jordan Minister Of Foreign Affairs, Ayman Safadi, released on X (formerly twitter) said, onlu through achieving a “two-states” solution would pave paths for ensuring a “just and comprehensive” peace and security for all.
يواصل نائب رئيس الوزراء ووزير الخارجية وشؤون المغتربين @AymanHsafadi اتصالات مكثفة مع نظراء إقليميين ودوليين لبحث إطلاق تحرك دولي فوري لوقف التصعيد في #غزة ومحيطها، وحماية المنطقة من تبعات دوامة عنف جديدة، وإيجاد أفق سياسي حقيقي لإنهاء الاحتلال، ووقف جميع الإجراءات التي تؤجج… pic.twitter.com/crAVOl0Wry
— وزارة الخارجية وشؤون المغتربين الأردنية (@ForeignMinistry) October 7, 2023
Foreign Ministry of China said, China is “deeply concerned” about the escalation between Israel and Palestine.
Elon Musk feels “sorry” to see the happenings in Israel and he “hope there can be peace one day”.
Sorry to see what’s happening in Israel.
I hope there can be peace one day.
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) October 7, 2023
Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelensky wrote on X (formerly twitter) that the attack on Israel was “well planned”
Today, the entire world saw horrifying videos from Israel. Terrorists humiliate women and men, detain even the elderly, and show no mercy.
In the face of such a terrorist strike, everyone who values life must stand in solidarity.
We in Ukraine have a special feeling about… pic.twitter.com/AnBgVO2X0J— Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) October 7, 2023
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was “deeply shocked by the news of terrorist attack in Israel” and that India stand in solidarity with Israel.
Deeply shocked by the news of terrorist attacks in Israel. Our thoughts and prayers are with the innocent victims and their families. We stand in solidarity with Israel at this difficult hour.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 7, 2023
Secretary General of United Nation, Antonio Guterres “condemn in the strongest term” the attack by Hamas on Israel. He also “urge all the diplomatic efforts to avoid a wider conflagration”.
I condemn in the strongest terms this morning’s attack by Hamas against Israeli towns.
I urge all diplomatic efforts to avoid a wider conflagration. https://t.co/rIQA5u7KiS
— António Guterres (@antonioguterres) October 7, 2023
UAE asked the escalation to be stopped immediately and protect the lives of civilians.Chancellor of Germany, Olaf Scholz, said the country is in “solidarity with Israel”.
In Solidarität mit #Israel.
In solidarity with #Israel. pic.twitter.com/HxVAYA5aUd— Bundeskanzler Olaf Scholz (@Bundeskanzler) October 7, 2023
France, which had tightened its security for the religious holidays happened during the last of September, asked to reinforce the security further more as the Israel – Palestine was surged. The country”s Interior Minister, Gerald Darmanin, said to Agence France Press that, “at a time when terrorist attacks from Gaza are hitting Israel”, he ask everyone to immediately step-up the vigilance and protection of the Jewish community in France. French embassy in Israel is “horrified by the development” in the southers part of Israel. President Emmanuel Macron said France “condemn” Gaza”s attack on Israel and announced the country”s solidarity with Israel.
I have spoken to President Herzog and Prime Minister Netanyahu.
I condemn the attacks carried out from Gaza on Israel, its soldiers and its people.
France stands in solidarity with Israel and the Israelis, committed to their security and their right to defend themselves.
— Emmanuel Macron (@EmmanuelMacron) October 7, 2023
United Kingdom”s Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak said he was “shocked” by the Hamas “terrorists” attack on Israel. He said the country is in contact with the Israel authorities and advised the British nationals in Israel to “follow travel advice”.
I am shocked by this morning's attacks by Hamas terrorists against Israeli citizens.
Israel has an absolute right to defend itself.
We're in contact with Israeli authorities, and British nationals in Israel should follow travel advice.
— Rishi Sunak (@RishiSunak) October 7, 2023
Later on Mr. Sunak called the attack by Hamas as “cowardly and depraved” and declared full solidarity with Israel.
As the barbarity of today’s atrocities becomes clearer, we stand unequivocally with Israel.
This attack by Hamas is cowardly and depraved.
We have expressed our full solidarity to @netanyahu and will work with international partners in the next 24 hours to co-ordinate support.
— Rishi Sunak (@RishiSunak) October 7, 2023
Qatar believe Israel is “solely responsible” for the sudden escalation of the current “war” between Israel and Palestine as Israel continuously violated the Palestine people’s rights. Qatar’s Foreign Minister, Muhammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, said in a statement. The Qatar Prime Minister and Foreign Minister and Spanish Foreign Minister had a phone and discussed the issues in Palestine.
Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs @MBA_AlThani_ , Spanish Foreign Minister Discuss Situation in Palestinian Territories in Phone Call#MOFAQatar pic.twitter.com/lAUNBJL1TN
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Qatar (@MofaQatar_EN) October 8, 2023