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France on Sunday expressed concern over the U.S. airstrikes on three Iranian nuclear facilities, urging Washington, Tehran, and Tel Aviv to exercise restraint and prevent further escalation. Clarifying it had no role in the strikes, France reiterated its opposition to Iran acquiring nuclear weapons and called for a negotiated solution under the Non-Proliferation Treaty. President Emmanuel Macron is holding urgent consultations with international leaders as tensions mount following U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement of the strikes, which targeted Iran’s Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan sites.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday spoke with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, expressing “deep concern” over the escalating tensions following US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. Emphasising the need for immediate de-escalation, Modi called for dialogue and diplomacy to restore regional peace and stability. His remarks came hours after US President Donald Trump announced strikes on Iran’s Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan sites. India’s statement remained neutral, avoiding direct reference to the attacks while underscoring its support for peace in the region.

A day after nominating Donald Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize over his role in easing India-Pakistan tensions, Pakistan strongly condemned the US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. Calling the attacks a violation of international law, Islamabad warned of severe regional fallout and urged immediate de-escalation through dialogue and diplomacy. The strikes, confirmed by Trump as targeting Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan, mark a dramatic escalation in the Iran-Israel conflict, now drawing in the US directly.

The United States has launched airstrikes on Iran’s key nuclear sites Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan in a major escalation of the ongoing Middle East conflict. President Donald Trump confirmed the strikes, warning of further attacks unless Tehran agrees to peace. While the attacks raised fears of radiation leaks, both Iranian officials and international agencies have stated that there is no immediate danger to nearby residents, as nuclear materials had been removed from the facilities prior to the strikes.

Over 500 Indian nationals have been safely evacuated from conflict-hit Iran under "Operation Sindhu", the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said. Special flights brought back citizens, including students and pilgrims, as tensions escalated between Iran and Israel. The MEA expressed gratitude to the Iranian government for its support in the evacuation efforts.