Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the EU on the Iranian attack against Israel

The EU condemns in the strongest terms Iran’s attack against Israel which constitutes a serious threat to regional security. The EU reiterates its commitment to the security of Israel.

Once again, a dangerous cycle of attacks and retaliations risks fuelling an uncontrollable regional escalation which is in no one’s interest. The EU remains fully committed to lower the tensions and contribute to de-escalation to avoid a dangerous regional conflict.

The EU is and will continue to be in close contact with all actors to this end. We call on all parties to exercise utmost restraint.

The candidate countries North Macedonia, Montenegro, Serbia, Albania, Ukraine, Republic of Moldova, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Georgia, as well as the EFTA countries Iceland and Liechtenstein, members of the European Economic Area, align themselves with this statement.