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President William Ruto has strongly criticized Iran's attack on Israel, which occurred on Saturday, April 13.
Iran launched a barrage of aerial drones and missiles in a major retaliatory strike following the killing of seven IRGC officers in Syria.
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The head of state appealed to Israel to exercise maximum restraint, emphasising the already delicate situation in the Middle East.
He underscored the urgent need for all parties to step back from the precipice, recognising the immense difficulty of recovery once a point of no return is reached.
"Kenya is deeply concerned by Iran's attack on the State of Israel. This disturbing development only aggravates an already delicate situation in the Middle East. In responding to this act of aggression, Kenya urges Israel to show utmost restraint taking into account the urgent need for all parties to walk away from the brink beyond which recovery will be enormously difficult," said Ruto.
Furthermore, Ruto urged other peace-loving nations to unite in condemning the attack.
He highlighted the potential disturbance to international peace and security, noting that such actions violate the Charter of the United Nations.
"The attack represents a real and present threat to international peace and security, contravenes the Charter of the United Nations and should be condemned by all peace-loving countries," added the president.
Iran had pledged to retaliate after seven officials, including a senior commander of the IRGC, were killed in Syria.
The attack occurred on Saturday, April 13, leaving a seven-year-old girl with injuries.
US President Joe Biden expressed his unwavering commitment to Israel's security following the direct attack.
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William Ruto (right frame) has criticised Iran's recent attack on Israel.
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