It is significantly saddening that the conflict is unfolding in the holy month of Oroz, when spirituality, charity, forgiveness, and mutual respect should prevail.The president emphasized that the Kyrgyz Republic, following the UN Charter and international law, supports the unification of the global community's efforts for a peaceful resolution of the conflict in the region.
We feel deep sorrow and solidarity with the peoples of the region due to the numerous casualties among the civilian population and condemn any actions that have led to such tragedy.
He also called on all parties to exercise restraint and immediately cease hostilities, as well as to take measures to restore constructive dialogue aimed at peacefully resolving the situation.
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On the morning of February 28, Israel and the USA carried out strikes against Iran. Donald Trump announced his intention to destroy the nuclear program of the Islamic Republic.In response, Iran began striking various territories in Israel and other countries in the Middle East where American military bases are located. The strikes targeted Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, Abu Dhabi, and Dubai (UAE), as well as Riyadh (Saudi Arabia).
As a result of the American-Israeli operation, the Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was killed. Later, his wife, Mansure Khodjasteh, also died from her injuries.
Trump stated that the military operation in Iran would last about four weeks. Iran declared jihad against the USA and Israel, emphasizing its lack of intention to negotiate.
The conflict in the Middle East is affecting the entire world, particularly Kyrgyzstan. Currently, thousands of tourists are stranded in the UAE due to the escalation of the situation. Contact information for embassies and consulates for citizens of Kyrgyzstan abroad can be found here.
