BAKU, Azerbaijan, February 28. The military
escalation, which poses a serious threat to security and stability
in the region and globally, is of deep concern, the statement of
Azerbaijani Foreign Ministry says, Trend reports.
The Ministry called on all parties to demonstrate maximum
restraint, refrain from actions that would further increase
tensions, and return to the negotiating table.
The statement noted that the importance of respecting the
sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence of all states
in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations and recognized
norms and principles of international law is emphasized.
Following the second round of nuclear talks between Washington
and Tehran on February 17, which ended without progress, the U.S.
increased its presence in areas near Iran, deploying over 150
aircraft to bases in Europe and the Middle East.
The escalation follows the 3rd round of nuclear talks between
Iran and the United States in Geneva on February 26. Held under the
administration of U.S. President Donald Trump, the negotiations
were seen as a last opportunity for a diplomatic resolution.
However, no agreements were reached, as Tehran refused to halt
uranium enrichment, dismantle its nuclear facilities, or accept
indefinite restrictions on its nuclear program. Israel launched its
airstrikes shortly afterward, with the country's Defense Minister
Katz emphasizing that the operations were preemptive.
