Arican leaders and continental organizations have called for restraint, dialogue, and adherence to international law as tensions continue to rise in the Middle East following military exchanges involving Iran, the United States, and Israel. 

The African Union Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf condemned the military escalation. He said that sovereignty must be respected and that lasting peace can only be achieved through negotiation rather than force. 

The continental body also called on all parties to comply with international law and the principles of the United Nations Charter.

In South Africa, President Cyril Ramaphosa has also condemned the escalation of violence, warning that military confrontation cannot resolve long-standing political disputes. 

Ramaphosa stated that global partners should intensify diplomatic engagement to prevent the conflict from expanding further across the region. 

Botswana said it has around 300 nationals residing in the Middle East, with the majority based in the United Arab Emirates, followed by Qatar.

The countrys Ministry of International Relations said that explosions and air raid sirens have been heard in those countries, and informed it's citizens that should the situation deteriorate, the available media platforms will be employed for further guidance.

North African states have also been vocal. Foreign ministries from Algeria Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Tunisia Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Sudan Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued statements condemning what they described as aggressive military strikes on Iranian territory and surrounding areas. 

António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, warned that continued military escalation risks destabilizing global peace and security.

Guterres called for immediate cessation of offensive operations and renewed negotiations between Iran and its adversaries