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Germany, France and UK tell Iran to stop attacks in region

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Posted on March 1, 2026

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BERLIN, Feb 28 (Reuters) - Germany, France and Britain condemned Iranian attacks on countries in the region on Saturday, saying Iran must refrain from indiscriminate military strikes and resume

Germany, France and UK Demand Iran Stop Attacks and Resume Regional Negotiations

Joint Condemnation and Call for Negotiations

Condemnation of Iranian Attacks

BERLIN, Feb 28 (Reuters) - Germany, France and Britain condemned Iranian attacks on countries in the region on Saturday, saying Iran must refrain from indiscriminate military strikes and resume negotiations.

Leaders' Joint Statement

"We condemn Iranian attacks on countries in the region in the strongest terms," French President Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said in a joint statement.

Call for Negotiated Solution

"We call for a resumption of negotiations and urge the Iranian leadership to seek a negotiated solution. Ultimately, the Iranian people must be allowed to determine their future," they said.

Concerns Over Iran's Activities

The leaders said they had consistently urged Iran to end its nuclear programme, curb its ballistic missile program, refrain from its destabilizing activity in the region and cease appalling violence and repression against its own people.

International Cooperation and Regional Stability

Adding that their countries did not participate in strikes on Saturday, they said they were in close contact with international partners, including the U.S., Israel, and partners in the region.

"We reiterate our commitment to regional stability and to the protection of civilian life," they added.

Reporting and Editing Credits

(Reporting by Madeline Chambers; Editing by Aidan Lewis)

Key Takeaways

  • E3 leaders distanced themselves from US–Israel strikes on Iran and emphasized non‑participation while coordinating diplomatically. (yahoo.com)
  • They condemned Iran’s missile attacks on Gulf states and Israel as indiscriminate, calling on Tehran to cease such actions. (yahoo.com)
  • They urged resumption of diplomacy and affirmed the right of the Iranian people to determine their own future. (yahoo.com)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What did Germany, France, and the UK say about Iran's attacks?
They condemned Iranian attacks in the region and urged Iran to stop military strikes and resume negotiations.
Did Germany, France, and the UK participate in the recent strikes?
No, the leaders stated their countries did not participate in the strikes on Saturday.
What actions do the European leaders want Iran to take?
They called for Iran to end its nuclear and ballistic missile programs, cease regional destabilizing actions, and stop violence against its people.
Who else are Germany, France, and the UK working with on this issue?
They are in close contact with international partners, including the U.S., Israel, and regional partners.

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