World leaders react cautiously to US and Israeli strikes on Iran as fears grow of a wider war

Associated Press (AP)EN 6 min read 100% complete by By CLAUDIA CIOBANU and SAM McNEILFebruary 28, 2026 at 04:53 PM

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Following U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran, world leaders are reacting cautiously amid growing fears of a wider war. The strikes, including one near the offices of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran, occurred on Saturday. European leaders convened emergency meetings in response to the escalating situation. The international community is concerned about the potential for a broader conflict in the region. The strikes have prompted increased diplomatic activity as leaders seek to de-escalate tensions.

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Norway 30% China 30% Kaja Kallas 40% Keir Starmer 40% Friedrich Merz 40% Ayatollah Ali Khamenei 50% European Union 60% Tehran 60% United States 70% Israel ×280% Iran ×390%

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