The article highlights the celebrations in major Western European cities following the death of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Khamenei, during strikes by the US and Israel. Many leaders in Europe viewed his death as a positive change, yet there is a significant divide regarding how to respond to the attacks that caused high civilian casualties, raising questions about international legal violations. The events reveal not only a rift between Brussels and the member states' governments but also within the leadership of EU institutions.

Former President Donald Trump has argued that the attacks on Iran will protect the world from the nuclear ambitions of the foremost sponsor of terrorism, yet the US government has not made any effort to legally justify the military operations or provide explanations to international institutions. This lack of legal basis raises concerns about the precedent set by such unilateral military actions, which could have long-term implications for international law and order.

Additionally, the US Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth, has stated that their operations will proceed regardless of what are termed 'so-called international institutions' and 'stupid rules.' This sentiment suggests a broader trend of dismissing multilateral agreements and legal frameworks that have historically governed international relations, posing challenges not only for Europe but also for global diplomatic norms.