Israel's ambassador to the EU asserts that Europe is already at war with Iran and should abandon efforts to seek diplomatic solutions to the conflict.
In a recent interview with POLITICO, Israel's ambassador to the EU, Avi Nir-Feldklein, emphasized that European countries are already in the crosshairs of Iran and must shift their approach from seeking diplomatic solutions to supporting military efforts against the regime. He argues that Europe has been effectively at war with Iran for some time, urging a stronger stance against Iranian aggression.
The backdrop of these remarks comes on the heels of recent military actions by Israel and the United States targeting Iranian interests. In contrast, European governments have largely called for restraint and diplomacy to avoid becoming embroiled in a broader conflict. This dichotomy highlights the differing approaches to the Iranian crisis, as Israel pushes for a more aggressive military response while European nations appear hesitant to support direct confrontation.
Iran has issued warnings that participation by European countries in US-Israeli strikes would lead to their involvement in the conflict. The ambassador contends that it is not necessary to launch missiles or use drones to be considered at war with Iran, reference to previous attacks on European soil that he implies may be linked to Iranian operatives. Such a statement underscores the urgency of reassessing Europe's foreign policy towards Iran given the increasing threats to its security.
