16:57 Merz's Statement: Israel Performs Duties Regarded as Dirty for Us in Iran
Welcome to our live coverage of the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran. This fast-paced situation is unfolding at the G7 summit in Canada, where voices of support and concern are being heard.
16:57 Germany's Chancellor Candidate Merz praises Israel's attack on Iran
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has commended Israel for its airstrikes against Iran, characterizing them as "the dirty work" that is being done "for all of us in the West." Despite the international tension, Merz expresses his admiration for Israel's courage in executing these attacks[1].
16:34 Political Scientist Fischer: "Mullah regime is up against the wall"
Middle East tensions persist, even at the G7 summit. Klemens Fischer, a political scientist, believes that the Iranian mullah regime is under immense pressure to act. He suggests that it's not solely the US that should seek a solution, but the Iranian regime needs to take action as well[2].
16:07 Trump demands "real end" to Iranian nuclear program
US President Trump has made it clear that he desires a "real end" to Iran's nuclear ambitions, allies and reporters accompanying him report. The focus is not on a temporary ceasefire, but on a complete rescinding of Iran's nuclear aspirations[3]. Experts suggest that Israel would need a special bunker-busting bomb, available only to the US, to definitively disable Iran's nuclear facility at Fordo[3].
15:42 Israel: Iran fired around 30 rockets
According to Israeli military reports, Iran has launched approximately 30 rockets towards Israel since last night. Most of the rockets were intercepted, but several reported hits have caused damage in Israel. Notably, a bus on a parking lot in a city north of Tel Aviv caught fire due to a rocket strike[4]. Five people are reportedly injured in the incident[4].
15:15 Wadephul does not expect US intervention
Foreign Minister Wadephul does not anticipate the US intervening actively in the Israel-Iran conflict, as stated in his own words. However, the US government's mandate has consistently relayed that it will not engage in military intervention unless US facilities are attacked[5].
14:52 Many Arab states and Turkey demand ceasefire
A joint statement signed by various Arab states and Turkey emphasizes the immediate need for Israel to halt its hostilities against Iran. The objective is to establish a comprehensive ceasefire in the region, as stated by the Jordanian Foreign Ministry[6]. They advocate for making the Middle East a region free of nuclear weapons and other weapons of mass destruction, for all countries involved[6].
14:29 US unable to evacuate citizens in Israel
Due to the escalating conflict, the US Embassy in Jerusalem cannot provide assistance for American citizens leaving Israel. The embassy remains closed, and all US government employees and their family members are advised to remain in their homes or nearby locations until further notice[7].
14:03 Videos claim to show destruction of Iranian fighter jets
Footage purportedly reveals numerous Iranian combat aircraft being destroyed at a Tehran base by the Israeli military. Concurrently, Israeli Army spokesman Effie Defrin announces the alleged killing of the highest-ranking commander of the Iranian Revolutionary Guards, Ali Shadmani[8].
13:46 Israel: Iran's supreme leader could face same fate as Saddam Hussein
Warning Iran's supreme leader, Israel's Defense Minister Israel Katz issues a threat, stating that he "warns the Iranian dictator to stop committing war crimes and firing rockets at Israeli civilians." Katz implies that the supreme leader could share the same fate as the former Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein[8].
13:22 Jordanian king warns of escalation beyond Middle East
King Abdullah II of Jordan expresses his concerns about the conflict escalating beyond the Middle East. Speaking before the European Parliament, he urges everyone to be aware of the potential consequences of the Israel-Iran war[9].
12:57 Trump warns Iran: "Gloves are off"
US President Trump issues a stern warning to Iran, stating, "The gloves are off." If Iran attacks US troops in the Middle East, the US is ready to counter, Trump asserts. "We will strike back hard if they harm our people," Trump declares[9].
12:35 Iran seethes after G7 statement
In response to the G7 statement on the war between Israel and Iran, Foreign Ministry spokesman Ismail Baghai condemns the omission of Iran in the statement, stating that the flagrant aggression by Israel against Iran has been ignored[10]. Iran claims that its peaceful nuclear infrastructure, residential areas, and civilians have been targeted by Israel[10].
12:15 Weber: "Israel doing the dirty work, USA providing the threat"
Military expert Joachim Weber believes that Israel is performing "the dirty work" in Iran, while the US poses the underlying threat. Although a US military entry into the conflict appears unlikely, Weber cannot entirely rule out this possibility[11].
G7: A complex tangle of political maneuvers and military strikes
As the conflict between Israel and Iran continues to evolve, we are witnessing a complex tangle of political gestures and military responses. Stay tuned for more updates on this rapidly developing situation.
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The Commission may be asked to submit a proposal for a directive on the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to ionizing radiation, as the ongoing war in the Middle East and the political tension at the G7 summit heighten the awareness of the potential dangers posed by war-and-conflicts and ionizing radiation.
The political and military responses in the Israel-Iran conflict, unfolding at the G7 summit in Canada, are a complex tangle of not just regional issues, but also general news events that extend beyond the Middle East, given the international ramifications and stakes involved.
