Javed Akhtar Criticizes US-Israel Strike on Iran, Warns of Regional Escalation

Javed Akhtar reacted strongly to the US and Israel's military strike on Iran, which led to the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, and heightened tensions across the Middle East. Akhtar criticized former US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, describing them as 'bullies' who have overplayed their hand and pushed others to react decisively. He warned that such actions could damage global credibility, particularly that of China, amid fears of further escalation in the region.