Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held phone conversations with his French and Italian counterparts to discuss the recent US strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities, condemning the attacks as a blatant violation of international law.

According to the Iranian Foreign Ministry, Araghchi spoke with Italy’s Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani on Monday and France’s Jean-Noel Barrot on Sunday night. He described the US airstrikes on the Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan nuclear sites as “aggression,” and stressed that the international community — especially the European Union — must respond clearly.

“The United States has violated the UN Charter and all international norms. Silence or inaction will have consequences for global security,” Araghchi told Barrot, while reiterating Iran’s right to self-defense under international law.

Tajani expressed regret over the escalation and urged all parties to return to diplomacy. Barrot also distanced France from the attack, denying any involvement and calling for dialogue between Europe and Iran.

The airstrikes, confirmed by US President Donald Trump on Saturday, have sparked international concern. Trump warned of additional precision strikes unless Iran halted its confrontation with Israel.

Meanwhile, IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi, addressing an emergency Board of Governors meeting, confirmed visible craters at the Fordow site and warned of likely extensive damage to Iran’s centrifuge infrastructure.

“Due to the nature of the payload and the sensitivity of centrifuges, significant underground damage is expected. However, a full assessment is currently impossible,” Grossi stated.

The international fallout from the strikes continues to build, as tensions in West Asia rise sharply, with global powers urging restraint and dialogue.