The G7 leaders express their condemnation "unequivocally and in the strongest terms of Iran's direct and unprecedented attack against Israel" "With its actions, Iran has taken further steps towards destabilizing the region and risks provoking uncontrollable regional escalation. This must be avoided," they say.
"We express our full solidarity and support for Israel and its people and reaffirm our commitment to its security," add the leaders, assuring that they will continue "to work to stabilize the situation and avoid further escalation" "We stand ready to take further measures now and in response to further destabilizing initiatives," the G7 statement adds, calling on Iran and its allies to cease their attacks. The G7 meeting was called by the Italian presidency, and took place in Rome on Wednesday night and Thursday morning. The leaders are expected to meet again next week in Washington, D.C. to discuss the situation in the Middle East and North Africa. The meeting is expected to last for up to two days, with a possible extension of up to three.