Israel’s ambassador to the United Nations, Danny Danon, said Wednesday night that escalating regional tensions have created a security environment that requires Israeli diplomats around the world to act with increased vigilance, including those serving in the United States.

Speaking in an interview with Kol Barama Radio, Danon said, “Even in the US, Israeli representatives need to be more careful during these days,” pointing to the broader implications of the current situation for Israel’s diplomatic missions.

Danon said Iran’s actions have had the unintended effect of unifying Arab states against it. “The Iranians made a very serious mistake when they attacked Arab countries. Representatives of those countries come to me and tell me: ‘Keep going with full force.’”

According to Danon, the impact was swift and far-reaching. “In a single day, Iran managed to turn the entire Arab world against it. European countries have also begun to grow concerned following the attacks on the Gulf states.”

He described Iran’s conduct as increasingly erratic under pressure, saying that “Iran is behaving like a wounded animal, and therefore it is firing in every direction.”

Turning to criticism from France, Danon dismissed the role of Emmanuel Macron, saying, “The French president is trying to demonstrate relevance on the international stage, but he isn’t succeeding. He lost control in France long ago, and that is why he is acting this way.”

Danon concluded by stressing the close cooperation between Jerusalem and Washington, saying that “there is a very high level of coordination between Israel and the US.”

{Matzav.com}