Strong concern prevailing in Brussels after the US military involvement In the conflict between Israel and Iranwhich increases fears of further destabilization in Middle East. OR European Union It is re -appealing for self -restraint and promotion of the diplomatic route as a single solution to relieve the crisis.

European leadership’s attitude toward escalation

In their posts on social media, both the president of European Council Antonio Costa and the head of European diplomacy Kaya Calla, emphasized the need for all sides to show prudence and return to the dialogue table. *”I invite all places to take a step back, to avoid further escalation and to return to the negotiations”*, Kaya Callas said.

The Iranian nuclear program in the foreground

Particular emphasis was given by the president of the commissionUrsula von der Layen, in preventing Iran’s nuclear weapon acquisition. *”Iran should never get a bomb. With tensions in the Middle East reaching a new climax, stability must be a priority, “she said in her statements, adding that*” respect for international law is critical “*. At the same wavelength, Kaya Callas warned of the risk of further destabilization, noting that *”it should not be allowed in Iran to develop a nuclear weapon as it would be a threat to international security” *.

EU diploma and diplomatic efforts

European diplomacy is in constant mobilization, with new meetings planned in Brussels, among Member States’ foreign ministers. There were also consultations in Geneva with the participation of the leaders of the diplomacy of France, Germany, Britain and Iran, with the aim of reopening immediate negotiations with Tehran.

The diplomatic solution as the only way out according to the EU

Antonio Costa, in his statements, stressed that *”Diplomacy remains the only way to bring peace and security to the Middle East. Too many civilians will again be victims of a further escalation ‘*. At the same time, he assured that the EU It will continue by all means work to seek peaceful solution through negotiations.

Her Thursday European leaders are set to meet in Brussels, with the backdrop of dramatic developments in the Middle East, which are expected to dominate their agenda. An important interest is also focused on Donald Trump’s possible presence at the Hague NATO Summit, as European partners will seek to receive assurances of Washington’s intentions on the current crisis.