Japan
The increasingly tense situation in the Middle East with Iran is having a wide-ranging impact on the international community. Regional instability can lead to fluctuations in crude oil prices and disruption to supply chains, and amidst growing concerns about the global economy, there are movements within Japan to be wary of its impact. In particular, major regional banks in the Kansai region are increasingly setting up consultation desks out of concern about the impact on the local economy.
On the Iranian side, the Supreme Leader has designated the new year as the year of the "resistance economy," emphasizing the country's stance toward economic management that does not bow to external pressure. The commander of the Revolutionary Guard's Quds Force also issued a statement praising the "resistance front," maintaining a strong stance. This suggests that it may become even more difficult to resolve the situation through dialogue with the international community.
The international community's reaction has been divided. China has called for an end to wars in the Middle East, expressed concerns about the economic impact, and made clear its call for regional stability. On the other hand, former US President Trump expressed a pessimistic view of the possibility of dialogue, saying that Iran "does not have any leaders left with whom to talk." The situation is changing amidst divided opinions in the international community.