Iran Demands EU Shift Stance, Warns Hormuz Closure Will Continue

Pezeshkian criticized the European Union's negative and biased position toward the American-Zionist aggression.

“Middle East News: The Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian conducted a phone call with the President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, in which they discussed the latest developments and the implications of the war waged by the United States and the Zionist regime against Iran, and the ongoing situation in the region”

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He stressed that Iran entered negotiations sincerely but was subjected to an illegal attack in the middle of talks.

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Pezeshkian reaffirmed Iran's right to self-defense and criticized neighboring states hosting American bases used to attack Iran.

He warned that any external intervention would carry serious and far-reaching consequences.

Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz closed for vessels linked to aggressor states.

The Strait is a vital global chokepoint for about 20% of global oil trade.

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The closure represents one of Iran's most consequential retaliatory measures.

European Council President Costa stated that European countries have not supported the aggression against Iran.

“Iran Warns EU Against Intervention in US-Israeli Aggression Story Code : 1272091 In a telephone conversation with President of the European Council Antonio Costa, President Pezeshkian described the attacks by the United States and the Israeli regime as a blatant violation of legal norms and international principles”

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Senior European officials joined in calls for an immediate end to the war.

Costa criticized the US for not consulting European allies before launching strikes.

Saudi Arabia and the UAE are reportedly moving toward closer participation alongside the United States.

The divergence in the Arab world's response adds complexity to the conflict.

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The evolving regional dynamics complicate peace prospects.