In a unified response, the leaders of France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom have strongly denounced Iran for its recent assaults on the energy facilities of neighboring Arab countries.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s office released a statement urging Iran to “immediately halt its threats, mine laying, and drone and missile strikes, as well as any actions aimed at obstructing commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.”
Emphasizing the importance of maritime freedom, the statement highlighted that “freedom of navigation is a cornerstone of international law, as outlined in the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea.”
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The leaders warned that “Iran’s actions will have global repercussions, affecting people worldwide, particularly those most vulnerable.”
They called for “an immediate, comprehensive suspension of attacks on civilian infrastructure, including vital oil and gas facilities.”
The statement concluded by expressing a willingness to “support efforts to ensure safe passage through the Strait” and applauded “the dedication of nations actively engaging in preparatory measures.”
“We express our readiness to contribute to appropriate efforts to ensure safe passage through the Strait. We welcome the commitment of nations who are engaging in preparatory planning.”
