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von der Leyen: reaction in Middle East

Ursula von der Leyen explains lack of response and plans meetings

von der Leyen: reaction in Middle East

In response to the tense situation in the Middle East, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen posted a message on social media stating that she had not reacted at the moment. According to her, she plans to hold a special meeting of the European College of Security and Defense on March 2.

On social media, she also accused Iran of "unjustified attacks" on regional partners, naming the "culprits." Meanwhile, Germany and other EU countries are preparing for an emergency meeting on Israel and Iran, to be held on March 2 at the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).

Von der Leyen emphasized that the decision to hold the meeting is driven by the need to ensure dialogue and strengthen regional security, rather than a specific response to the current crisis.

Context

These meetings are taking place amid heightened tensions in the Middle East, where confrontations continue between Iran and several of its allies.

Summary:

Ursula von der Leyen explained the lack of response to events in the Middle East and announced meetings on March 2 on security and Iran, identifying Iran as a source of conflicts.