The head of the European Union pushed to a diplomatic solution for the Israeli-Iran crisis in a call with Netanyahu
European Commission Chairman Ursula von Der Leyen on Sunday called for a diplomatic solution to address Iran’s nuclear threat during a telephone conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, while supporting Israeli’s right to self -defense.Speaking at a G7 summit in Canada, Canada, von dera Leyen insisted that the solution of a conversation would be a “best solution” over a long period. “We are following development with deep anxiety in the Middle East,” he said, underlining the commitment of the European Union for peace, stability and diplomatic de-eskalation.The head of the European Union clearly agreed with the position of Netanyahu that “Iran should not have a nuclear weapon, without any question,” as he said in a post on X. He identified Iran as the primary source of regional instability, while Israeli’s right to defend itself against aggression.Von Der Leyen’s comments come in view of recent conclusions by the United Nations nuclear guard, indicating non-compliance with Iran’s nuclear obligations. In response, Iran announced a plan to increase rich uranium production, although maintaining it would not reach the level of arms-grade.During the G7 press briefing, he attracted similarities between Iran’s works in the Middle East and its support for Russia in the Ukraine conflict, given that Iranian -manufactured missiles “were killing cities not only in Israel but also in Ukraine.”The conversation also addressed the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, in which Von Der Leyen described the situation as “unacceptable”. He said that Netanyahu had committed to increase humanitarian aid reach in the war -torn area.The Chairman of the European Union Commission, who has previously criticized the Israeli military campaign in Gaza, emphasized the need to discuss the Iran crisis along with the status of Ukraine at the G7 Summit, highlighting the mutual nature of these regional conflicts and their impact on global security.
