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In remarks shared publicly, Medvedev questioned the long-term consequences of the confrontation and referenced the historical legacy of Iran.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam warned against any actions that could draw Lebanon into wider regional conflict. He stated that Lebanon would not accept being dragged into ventures that threaten its security and national unity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Meanwhile, Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide said that while Israel had described the strike as preventive, such actions must meet strict criteria under international law. 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