Iran has urged European countries to take a more diplomatic approach to its conflict with the U.S. and Israel, saying Europe should uphold international law rather than support what Tehran describes as aggression.
Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharībābādī said Europe should take a leading role in diplomacy rather than align itself with the United States.
“Europe is expected to be a pioneer in diplomacy, not a follower of an aggressor," Ghārībābādī wrote in a post on X.
He made the statement after meeting 25 European ambassadors and chargés d'affaires in Tehran on Wednesday, during which Iran outlined its position on what it described as the "criminal actions" of the U.S.
“I said that Europe is expected to safeguard the UN Charter and international law and condemn aggression,” the senior Iranian diplomat wrote in his social media post.
Referring to Spain’s condemnation of the Israeli-U.S. war on Iran, he added: “Of course, a few Europeans, like Spain, have adopted principled positions.”
Relations between Tehran and the European Union were already strained before the military conflict.
Britain, France and Germany, collectively known as the E3, had been pushing to hold Iran accountable over its nuclear programme, a move backed by the U.S. at the International Atomic Energy Agency's (IAEA) Board of Governors. The diplomatic effort ultimately led to the reimposition of UN nuclear-related sanctions on Iran.
The latest blow to already strained relations came after Britain designated Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) a "security threat" under its National Security State Threats Bill earlier this month.
Iran’s Foreign Ministry summoned the British envoy to Tehran, Hugo Shorter, to issue what it described as a strong protest. It also vowed a “strong reciprocal response”, accusing the UK of hosting terrorist elements on its soil.
Britain’s move followed a similar designation by the European Union in January, after which Tehran summoned EU envoys in the Iranian capital.
In his post, Ghārībābādī also warned European countries against allowing the U.S. military to use facilities on their territory.
"European governments need to be aware that providing bases and territory to an aggressor will make them aggressors,” his said.
Elon Musk was not on the ballot in Tuesday’s U.S. midterm elections, but he emerged as one of the biggest losers after Democrats swept to vic...
Uzbekistan has launched 145 investment projects worth $7.8 billion in its Bukhara region, aiming to create more than 14,000 jobs, boost industrial ...
Kazakhstan plans to manufacture 494 types of medicines through eight major investment projects worth a combined $862 million, Health Minister Akmar...
From international reporting and investigative documentaries to global forums and digital innovation, AnewZ marks two years of connecting Azerbaijan and the wider world.
Democrats captured majorities in both chambers of Congress on Tuesday, scoring sweeping victories that reached into Republican strongholds, with millions of voters delivering a strong rebuke to President Donald Trump.
Democrat wins surged on Tuesday across the United States with stunning victories in the South Carolina, Texas and Ohio senate races -- traditionally Republican strongholds -- in the 3 November midterm elections.
U.S. President Donald Trump says Washington will end its annual financial and military aid to Israel by the end of 2026, under an agreement he claims to have reached with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf says the U.S. must act to prevent war after Tehran sent a “strong and rational response” to Washington. Meanwhile, U.S. forces have reportedly carried out limited strikes against Iranian targets, including Qeshm Island,
Uzbekistan has launched 145 investment projects worth $7.8 billion in its Bukhara region, aiming to create more than 14,000 jobs, boost industrial production and exports, and drive economic growth beyond the capital, Tashkent.
Iran and the United States remains far from a deal to end the conflict as tensions rise over the Strait of Hormuz. Following Republican losses in U.S. midterm elections, Tehran says Americans have rejected the war, while Qatar intensifies mediation efforts to prevent renewed escalation.
A century-old collection of postcards is bringing the human stories behind Azerbaijan's oil boom to life in a new documentary produced by AnewZ in partnership with the State Oil Company of the Republic of Azerbaijan (SOCAR).
A new book examining Azerbaijan’s military strategy, technology and operations during the Garabagh wars has been unveiled in Baku, offering insights into the country’s victories and lessons for modern warfare.
Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf says the U.S. must act to prevent war after Tehran sent a “strong and rational response” to Washington. Meanwhile, U.S. forces have reportedly carried out limited strikes against Iranian targets, including Qeshm Island,
You can download the AnewZ application from Play Store and the App Store.
What is your opinion on this topic?
Leave the first comment