Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Esma'eel Baqayi, condemned Israel's airstrikes on southern Syria, calling it a violation of international law and Syrian sovereignty. Iran called for a UN response to the attacks. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz stated that Israel will not allow the demilitarization of southern Syria to be violated and will not allow a threat to arise. Iran's condemnation highlights its focus on Syria and its attempt to regain influence in the region.