Why it matters:
World countries continue to denounce the Israeli unprovoked attacks on Iran on early Friday, which resulted in the martyrdom of Iranian military commanders and civilians among them women and children, which also made the Islamic Republic in retaliation, attacks deep into heart of the occupied territory especially Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Jaffa and many more.
What he's saying:
In a Press release on Saturday signed by Kimie Imomotimi on behalf of the Honorable Minister of Foreign Affairs of Nigeria, Yusuf Tuggar said "The Government of the Federal Republic of Nigeria condemns Israel's preemptive strike on Iran that has led to an escalation of hostilities between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the State of Israel, marked by sustained missile and aerial exchanges across both territories."
The Nigerian Government added that it expresses grave concern and calls for an immediate cessation of hostilities and urged both parties to exercise utmost restraint in the interest of regional and global peace.
Key points:
Nigerian Government Condemned Israel for Attacking Iran. The West African giant also accused the Zionist regime of initiating the war and called for both parties to exercise utmost restraint.
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Nigeria, however, emphasized that military action is not a substitute for negotiation. The path to lasting peace lies in diplomacy, mutual respect, and adherence to international law
Hossein Amiri
