European Union Demands Immediate Talks to Reduce Tensions in Afghanistan and Pakistan
In response to the rapidly escalating violence in Afghanistan and Pakistan, the European Union has called for immediate talks to reduce tensions and prevent further conflict, including recent attacks and reported incidents across the region. High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Josep Borrell, emphasized the need for all parties to engage in dialogue, respect international law, including human rights law, ensure the protection of civilians and civilian infrastructure, and take all necessary precautions to prevent further harm to civilians.
The statement comes as Iran faces international criticism for its military actions in the region, including a missile attack on a US military base in Jordan and reports of explosions in Saudi Arabia’s capital, Riyadh, and the UAE city of Dubai. The Iranian government has been condemned by the international community, with the US, Israel, and other countries calling for Iran to halt its military actions and engage in diplomatic efforts to resolve the crisis.
In a separate development, Israel has announced that it has targeted hundreds of Iranian military targets in western Iran, including missile launchers, in response to what it said were Iranian attacks on Israeli citizens and interests. The Israeli military said that the operation was aimed at disrupting Iran’s military capabilities and preventing further attacks on Israeli targets.
The crisis in the region has also led to a surge in tensions between Iran and its neighbors, with reports of explosions and military activity in Bahrain, a key US ally in the region. The US has called for Iran to halt its military actions and engage in diplomatic efforts to resolve the crisis, while the EU has urged all parties to engage in dialogue and respect international law.
As the situation in the region continues to deteriorate, the international community is calling for calm and restraint, with many countries condemning Iran’s military actions and urging the country to engage in diplomatic efforts to resolve the crisis.
