France, Germany, and the UK have declared their readiness to undertake defensive actions against Iran in response to recent rocket attacks emanating from the country.
In a joint statement, the leaders of France, Germany, and the UK expressed their alarm at the reckless and disproportionate rocket attacks carried out by Iran against regional countries, including those that did not participate in the initial US and Israeli military operations. They condemned these indiscriminate Iranian strikes as threats targeting their close allies and risking the safety of troops and civilians in the region. The statement called on Iran to immediately cease these irresponsible assaults.
The trio highlighted their commitment to protecting their interests and those of their allies in the region, indicating a willingness to enable necessary and proportionate defensive actions aimed at neutralizing Iran's capabilities to launch rockets and drones. They affirmed their intention to work collaboratively with the United States and regional allies, emphasizing a coordinated approach to ensuring security and stability.
The backdrop of this statement follows rocket and drone attacks launched by Iran after suffering missile strikes from the US and Israel on Saturday, which Iran claims were aimed at US bases. This escalation of hostilities illustrates the heightened tension in the Persian Gulf region and underscores the urgency with which these European nations perceive the threats posed by Iran's military actions and their broader implications for regional security.
