Japan's Foreign Minister Kamikawa Yoko has denounced Iran's attacks on Israel.
Kamikawa said Japan believes the attacks have further aggravated the situation in the Middle East. She expressed that the Japanese government is deeply concerned and strongly condemns the actions.
Kamikawa said Japan will urge the parties involved to work to de-escalate the situation. She said Japan is also determined to take the necessary diplomatic steps to prevent the situation from further deteriorating.
China responded to Iran's attacks on Israel by calling on the relevant parties to exercise restraint.
A Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said that China "expresses deep concern over the current escalation." The spokesperson added that the country called for "calm and restraint to prevent further escalations."
The individual also said, "China calls on the international community, especially countries with influence, to play a constructive role for the peace and stability of the region."
Russia has defended Iran's actions. The Russian foreign ministry said in a statement that the "attack by Iran was carried out within the right to self-defense in response to attacks on Iranian targets."
But Russia also expressed "extreme concern at yet another dangerous escalation in the region."