SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday said Israel’s strikes on Iran were unprovoked and unjustified. He said Iran had not taken any step that could have triggered the military action.
“Israel attacked Iran on its own, calling it a preemptive strike. But as far as I know, Iran gave no reason for this attack,” Omar told reporters in Srinagar.
He said silence from global powers over the strike would be unfortunate. “When Russia invaded Ukraine, the world raised its voice. But when Israel attacks Iran, the same powers — the US, Europe, and others — choose silence,” he said.
Abdullah said such double standards would further escalate the situation in the Middle East. “The fallout will not remain limited to that region. It will affect oil prices, financial markets, and flight routes. More importantly, it impacts people’s sentiments,” he said.
The Chief Minister also appealed to the Ministry of External Affairs to ensure the safety of Kashmiri students in Iran.
In a post on X, he wrote: “Requesting @MEAIndia to urgently ensure the safety and well-being of Kashmiri students currently stuck in Iran. Their families are deeply worried, and we stand with them in this difficult time. Every step must be taken to safeguard our students. @DrSJaishankar.”
