France and Germany condemned the attack on the village of Majdal Shams and called for a reduction in tensions.

The French and German ministries condemned the attack on the village of Majdal Shams in the Israeli-controlled Golan Heights. They also called for de-escalation between Israel and Lebanon, European Pravda reports. The French Foreign Ministry expressed condolences to the families of the victims and suggested avoiding further military escalation. German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock also condemned the attack and expressed regret for the victims, most of whom were children and teenagers.

The previous day, on July 27, an attack on Majdal Shams killed at least 12 people, mostly children and teenagers, and wounded more than three dozen others. Israel and the United States say the terrorist group Hezbollah, based in southern Lebanon, was behind the attack. They have promised a tough response. The group denies any involvement in the attack. Fears of an escalation in the Middle East have grown over the possibility of hostilities between Israel and Lebanon.

France calls for an end to the treacherous attacks and for a cool head. Germany also calls for an end to the attacks and expresses condolences for the victims, especially the children. Both countries stress the need to avoid further military escalation and continue to work with the parties to achieve this. The US and EU also condemned the strike on the Israeli-controlled Golan Heights.

European agencies are expressing concern about a possible escalation of the situation and calling for peace and dialogue. Hezbollah denies any involvement in the attack and promises to continue its fight. Israel and the United States accuse the group of terrorism and are prepared to respond harshly. The actions of the parties raise concerns about further conflict in the Middle East.

The situation requires immediate efforts to stop the violence and find a peaceful solution. France and Germany call for dialogue and warn against the possible consequences of an escalation of the conflict.