The United States and Israel defended their military actions against Iran's nuclear sites at a UN Security Council meeting, emphasizing the necessity of preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. US representative Dorothy Shea and Israeli envoy Danny Danon highlighted the dangers of a nuclear-armed Iran. In response, Iran vowed retaliation, while Russia and China condemned the US strikes and called for a ceasefire. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urged for a peaceful resolution and diplomacy.