How is the US-Israeli war on Iran causing havoc in Europe?
Summary
European governments are warning against renewed US-Israeli attacks on Iran as the war disrupts oil supplies and raises energy costs. Their calls for restraint mark a shift from the response at the start of the conflict, though European countries remain divided and continue to oppose Iran’s nuclear program.Key Facts
- The United States and Israel launched attacks on Iran on February 28, according to the article.
- Britain, France and Germany initially condemned Iran’s retaliatory strikes but did not condemn the opening US-Israeli attacks in their joint statement.
- On Friday, the foreign ministers of Britain, France, Germany and Italy met officials from Turkiye, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Egypt in Istanbul to discuss the war and the Strait of Hormuz.
- French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot warned that further escalation could have serious effects on hydrocarbon prices and urged both sides to show restraint.
- The article says disrupted energy supplies and rising oil prices are increasing household costs as winter approaches in Europe.
- Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has opposed the US-Israeli campaign and called it illegal, unjust and unjustified.
- European warnings against renewed attacks do not mean governments have dropped their opposition to Iran’s nuclear program or regional activities.
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