Algeria Denounces U.S. Bombing of Iranian Nuclear Sites, Urges Peaceful Resolution

Algeria has expressed deep concern and regret following the United States' direct intervention in the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, which saw the bombing of Iranian nuclear facilities on Sunday, June 23, 2025. The Algerian government warned of serious regional consequences and called for an immediate return to negotiations.

In a statement released by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Algeria strongly criticized the U.S. airstrikes on Iran's nuclear sites, calling them a dangerous escalation in an already volatile situation. Algerian officials emphasized that the attacks could provoke “unforeseen consequences” in the Middle East and derail diplomatic efforts that had started to gain international traction.

The statement pointed out that the bombing came just as a global consensus was emerging on the need to ease tensions through dialogue. Instead, the conflict took a drastic turn on Saturday night with the bombing of nuclear sites in Fordo, Isfahan, and Natanz by U.S. forces, in support of Israel's military campaign.

Algeria reaffirmed that military solutions have consistently failed in resolving the region’s deep-rooted issues and urged all stakeholders to prioritize diplomacy and adhere to the UN Charter and international law.

The conflict began to escalate on June 13, when Israel launched a large-scale military operation against Iran, citing the need to prevent Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons. The situation has since spiraled into a broader war, with sustained bombings and the recent entry of the United States into the conflict, claiming to have "completely destroyed" three Iranian nuclear facilities.

Algeria reiterated its commitment to peaceful solutions and warned that continued escalation would only bring further tragedy to the region. It called on the international community to take urgent steps toward a negotiated resolution of the Iranian nuclear issue and broader Middle East tensions.