European Union leaders issued a joint statement welcoming a two-week ceasefire concluded between the United States and Iran. The statement was endorsed by heads of government and state from multiple EU member states, as well as the Presidents of the European Commission and the European Council. The leaders thanked Pakistan and other partners for facilitating the ceasefire agreement. The statement emphasized that the goal must be a swift and lasting end to the war through diplomatic means, urging quick progress toward a substantive negotiated settlement. The leaders underscored the importance of protecting the civilian population in Iran and ensuring regional... [Continue Reading]
A two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran was formally announced today. The agreement was facilitated by Pakistan alongside other international partners. A joint statement from key global leaders, including President Macron of France, Prime Minister Meloni of Italy, Chancellor Merz of Germany, and President von der Leyen of the European Commission, expressed support for the ceasefire. The statement calls for urgent progress toward a substantive and lasting negotiated settlement to end ongoing hostilities. It emphasizes the importance of diplomatic efforts to safeguard the civilian population in Iran and to maintain regional security. The leaders highlighted that achieving a... [Continue Reading]