Iran Issues Warning to EU: Potential Retaliation if Attacked

Iran warns that EU countries supporting U.S. and Israeli attacks will become legitimate targets. While certain EU nations send warships to the Middle East, most officials advocate for diplomatic resolutions. Germany aligns with U.S. and Israeli aims but seeks an end to hostilities with Iran through peaceful means.

In an intensifying geopolitical landscape, Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht-Ravanchi has starkly warned European Union member states about the consequences of joining U.S. and Israeli military actions against Iran. He iterated that any country participating in aggression against Iran would be considered a legitimate target for Iranian retaliation.

Despite the heightened tensions, some EU countries like France, Greece, and Italy have dispatched naval forces to the Middle East, balancing their actions by calling for an end to hostilities and urging for diplomatic solutions. The response underscores a preference for resolution through dialogue over conflict.

In Germany, Chancellor Friedrich Merz noted that Berlin is collaborating with international partners to cease fighting, reconciling by sharing strategic objectives with the U.S. and Israel. Nonetheless, Germany's emphasis remains on resolving the situation peacefully through diplomatic channels.

(With inputs from agencies.)