In a conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday evening (15 June), the European Commission President said that Iran is "the main source of regional instability". She added that Europe has always been clear that Iran must never be allowed to obtain a nuclear weapon.
She added: "We have consistently voiced strong concerns about Iran’s nuclear and ballistic missile programs — the same missiles indiscriminately hitting cities not only in Israel, but also in Ukraine."
During the conversation, the President of the European Commission also stated that Israel has the right to defend itself, although European countries prefer de-escalation through a diplomatic solution.
In addition to the attacks between Iran and Israel, von der Leyen also addressed the situation in Gaza during her conversation with the Israeli Prime Minister. "I reiterated our commitment to peace, stability, and diplomatic efforts leading to de-escalation."
