Reactions and statements from the international community
This morning, there was continuous firing from Iran and Lebanon towards Israeli targets. The central region of Israel bore the brunt of the activity, with extensive damage reported.
The Sakhtaban Sikh community in Khiyaban with Haner, Isfahan, is facing a tense situation on Shashm-e-Fardin, though specific details and casualty numbers are not provided.
Russia has reaped significant profits from the war crisis in Iran, with Vladimir Putin earning approximately $760 million daily from oil sales, according to a Telegraph report. Russia's oil and gas revenues are projected to reach more than $200 billion this year, driven by global oil price increases due to Middle East energy supply disruptions and easing of U.S. sanctions.
Abbas Araghchi, the Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran, announced that there are no ongoing negotiations between Tehran and Washington, although the U.S. communicates through intermediaries. Araghchi stressed that Iran seeks a permanent end to conflicts and demands compensation for damages incurred.
German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius stated that Germany was not consulted regarding military actions against Iran and does not wish to be involved in the conflict, emphasizing the need for a diplomatic solution.
Medics in Tel Aviv reported that three people sustained light injuries from shrapnel or debris during Iran's latest ballistic missile attack on central Israel.
Rahim Nadali, the cultural deputy of the Tehran IRGC, announced the launch of the "For Iran" program, calling on the public to volunteer for various military support roles, including intelligence, patrols, logistics, and care for the war-wounded. The program allows participation by individuals as young as 12 years old, contrary to international conventions.
Iran has reopened the Strait of Hormuz to vessels from countries it considers "friendly," including Russia and China, after closing it due to escalating tensions in the Middle East. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi specified that ships from China, Russia, India, Iraq, and Pakistan are permitted to transit through the strait following coordination with Iranian authorities.
According to Reuters, quoting a Pakistani shrine, Israel has removed the names of Abbas Araqchi, Iran's foreign minister, and Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, head of the Majlis, from its list of targeted individuals.
Photos published by the "Vahid Online" page show banners featuring images of Mojtaba Khamenei and Adolf Hitler installed in the cities of Babolsar and Kermanshah, with statements attributed to Hitler that some sources consider fabricated.
On April 6, U.S. President Donald Trump stated at a Republican congressional dinner that Iran is negotiating to end the war, despite Tehran's denials, citing fears of being killed by both their colleagues and the U.S.
In Saudi Arabia, individuals are employing the distinctive buzzing sound of Iranian Shahed drones as a prank audio effect.
