On 16 April 2024, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Bulgaria took a firm stance against Iran's recent attack on Israel by summoning the Iranian Ambassador Alireza Irvash. During the meeting, Gergana Karadjova, the Director General for Political Affairs, conveyed Bulgaria's strong condemnation of the attack, labeling it as unprecedented in scale and nature. She emphasized that such actions not only jeopardize the security of the Middle East but also present significant challenges to global security.
Furthermore, Gergana Karadjova emphasized the importance of upholding the fundamental principles of the United Nations and international law, highlighting the potentially catastrophic consequences of a large-scale direct military conflict between Iran and Israel. Bulgaria's stance aligned with the European Union's statement made on 14 April 2024, urging all parties involved to exercise maximum restraint to avoid escalating tensions and further destabilizing the situation. Bulgaria's call for de-escalation aimed to prevent a spiral of violence and promote dialogue as a means to address differences and conflicts peacefully.