German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stressed the need to preserve Iran's unity and territorial integrity, warning against sliding into scenarios of chaos. Merz explained during statements he made in the city of Munich that the stability of state institutions in Tehran is an international necessity, considering that the absence of public order there will create crises that transcend the region's borders, with direct repercussions reaching the European continent.
The German Chancellor indicated that Berlin is making intensive diplomatic efforts with its international partners to reach a common formula aimed at stopping the ongoing hostilities. He emphasized the importance of the Iranian state continuing to provide basic services to its citizens and ensuring the flow of vital needs, in order to avoid a comprehensive economic collapse that could lead to uncontrolled waves of migration towards Western countries.
In the context of political solutions, Merz noted that the international community might move towards lifting economic sanctions imposed on Tehran and providing technical and financial aid packages. The German Chancellor stipulated that for this to happen, the Iranian side must meet a set of necessary conditions that ensure de-escalation and adherence to international standards, thereby contributing to defusing a comprehensive explosion in the Middle East.
These German warnings come amidst an unprecedented military escalation that began since the end of last February, following attacks launched by Israel and the United States, which resulted in significant human losses, including senior leaders in the Iranian political hierarchy. This development has led the region into a spiral of mutual military responses, with Tehran using missiles and drones to target various locations.
On the regional level, the Gulf Cooperation Council countries expressed their grave concern about the accelerating events, condemning the attacks that targeted civilian facilities and vital installations in the region. The Gulf capitals called for the utmost restraint and an immediate halt to military escalation, to avoid the region sliding into a comprehensive war that threatens energy security and international navigation.
The collapse of the Iranian state or the outbreak of proxy conflicts on its territory is in no one's interest, and such scenarios could have far-reaching consequences for Europe.
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Merz warns of consequences of Iranian state collapse and calls for preservation of its territorial integrity