Tensions Rise as French Minister Condemns Israeli Prison Strike

French Foreign Affairs Minister Jean-Noel Barrot has denounced Israel's recent airstrike on Tehran's Evin prison, citing that the incident endangered French citizens incarcerated there.

Barrot emphasized on his X account the need for an immediate cessation of all military strikes to facilitate diplomatic discussions.

He further requested urgent consular visits to the affected French prisoners to ensure their safety and well-being.

(With inputs from agencies.)