Brazil condemns the attacks by the US and Israel on Iran and calls for respect for international law

In an official statement, Itamaraty (Brazil's Ministry of Foreign Affairs) expresses grave concern about military actions and calls for respect for international law and maximum restraint

By Brasil 247 Published: Feb 28, 2026 10:25 PM

A plume of smoke rises over Tehran, Iran, after a reported explosion on February 28, 2026, after Israel said it carried out a preemptive strike on Iran. Photo: IC

By Brasil 247 - The Brazilian Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a formal condemnation this Saturday (02/28), expressing "grave concern" over attacks carried out by the United States and Israel against targets in Iran. The government's position is laid out in Press Release No. 66, published this morning local time.

According to the official text, the attacks occurred "in the midst of a negotiation process between the parties, which is the only viable path to peace, a position traditionally defended by Brazil in the region." The Brazilian government reiterated that dialogue is the legitimate way to resolve the conflict and emphasized that diplomacy should prevail over military action.

In the statement, Brazil also makes a direct appeal to the parties involved. The government requests that everyone "respect International Law and exercise maximum restraint, in order to avoid an escalation of hostilities and to ensure the protection of civilians and civilian infrastructure." The statement reinforces the country's historical defense of respect for international norms and the preservation of civilian lives in tense scenarios.

The statement also informs that Brazilian embassies in the region are closely monitoring the developments of the military actions, paying special attention to the needs of Brazilian communities in the affected countries. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs recommends that Brazilians residing in or visiting the region strictly follow the security guidelines of local authorities.

According to the statement, the Brazilian ambassador in Tehran maintains direct contact with the Brazilian community in the Iranian capital to provide updates on the situation and offer security guidance. The Brazilian government affirms that it continues to monitor events and reinforces the need for diplomatic efforts to prevent the conflict from escalating.

(Reported by Brasil 247 on Feb 28, 2026)