The attack prompted retaliation from Iran, with missiles reported to have targeted Israel and countries across the Middle East. Ms Little-Pengelly said: “I know that many, many people will be really apprehensive about what is happening in Iran and across the Middle East. “I know that there are many hundreds of people from Northern Ireland who are living and working in the Middle East, particularly in the UAE and of course many others that are visiting the region as well. “Diplomacy, not further military action, must be the focus.”Sinn Fein’s Chris Hazzard condemned the attacks on Iran (Liam McBurney/PA)Sinn Fein MP Chris Hazzard said the attacks on Iran “do nothing but bring the threat of wider conflict in the Middle East closer”. “This escalation must be condemned and the attacks should end immediately while a return to negotiations must be a priority.”Mr Hazzard added: “Many people from here will be deeply worried about their loved ones living in the Middle East.

Source: The Herald February 28, 2026 19:07 UTC