Switzerland has condemned the joint US-Israeli airstrikes on Iran, calling them a breach of international law. Swiss Defense Minister Martin Pfister said in an interview published Sunday by the newspaper Sonntags Zeitung that the Swiss Federal Council considers the attacks on Iran to be contrary to international law. He stated that, in Switzerland’s view, the strikes represent a violation of the prohibition on the use of force.

Pfister urged all parties involved to cease hostilities and protect civilians. He clarified that his remarks were directed at countries disregarding the ban on violence, explicitly naming the United States and Israel. According to him, both nations carried out airstrikes on Iran, prompting retaliatory actions by Tehran.

The statement follows widespread regional unrest after the US-Israel assault, which has drawn condemnation from several countries. Switzerland’s position adds another European voice opposing the escalation of violence in the Middle East.