Reactions and statements from the international community
President Donald Trump of the United States warned about the range of missiles from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps by reposting an article on Truth Social, suggesting that European countries could be targeted.
The spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran announced that toll collection for ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz will continue, with only neutral countries allowed safe passage. Ismail Baghaei, in an interview with "India Today," stated that compliance with Tehran's regulations is necessary for safe transit through the strait.
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has presented demands to the United States for potential negotiations, including the closure of U.S. bases in the Persian Gulf, compensation for attacks on Iran, lifting of sanctions, and guarantees of future non-aggression. Iran also insists on maintaining its missile program, charging commercial vessels for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, and demanding that Israel cease strikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon.
Israel's representative to the United Nations, Danny Danon, warned that the launch of a ballistic missile from Iran toward the Diego Garcia base shows that the range of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' (IRGC) missiles exceeds previous estimates, potentially reaching deep into Europe and beyond.
The Israeli army announced that its air force recently targeted two missile production centers in Tehran associated with the development and production of sea-launched cruise missiles under the Islamic Republic's Ministry of Defense. The operation was conducted under the guidance of Israeli military and naval intelligence agencies.
The Israeli army announced that its air force recently targeted two missile production sites in Tehran that were operated by the Iranian Ministry of Defense and used for developing and producing long-range sea-launched cruise missiles.
The Israeli Air Force struck two naval cruise missile production sites in Tehran, according to reports, causing significant damage to Iran’s military production capabilities. The targeted facilities, operated by Iran’s Defense Ministry, were used to develop and produce long-range naval cruise missiles.
On March 25, 2026, the Israeli army announced it had conducted attacks on targets in Tehran, including infrastructure associated with the Islamic Republic of Iran's government, in response to a missile barrage launched by Iran towards Israel. Reports from Iran indicate explosions were heard in western Tehran and cities including Shiraz, Qazvin, Karaj, and Bushehr, while the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed to have intercepted and destroyed two cruise missiles near Tehran.
The New York Times, citing American sources, reported that Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia has repeatedly stressed in private conversations with President Donald Trump that regime change in Iran is necessary to address the long-term threat posed by Tehran to Gulf states.
Morad Vaisi, Senior Analyst at Iran International, stated that Trump's unpredictable statements have caused confusion for the Islamic Republic while securing tactical advantages like lower energy prices and improved financial market conditions. Vaisi also noted that Trump's simultaneous calls for negotiations and displays of military readiness have bolstered his position as the primary influencer in this situation.
On Tuesday, April 24, 2026, American and Israeli media reported that the United States presented a 15-point plan to Iran through Pakistan, demanding the shutdown of nuclear facilities and cessation of support for militant groups, in exchange for lifting sanctions and supporting a civilian nuclear energy program. The plan also calls for free maritime passage in the Strait of Hormuz and restrictions on Iran's missile program.
On April 24, 2026, a missile launched from Iran struck the coast of Lebanon, contrary to earlier reports that it had been intercepted in Lebanese airspace; this attack came shortly after the expulsion of Iran's ambassador from Beirut. Since the start of the conflict with the U.S. and Israel on March 29, 2026, Iran has targeted at least 13 countries in the region, including Lebanon.
