"Tough Words" Iran Summons German Ambassador Over Merz's "Dirty Work" Comment
"Iran Recalls Ambassador over Alleged Dirty Work Comment by Merz"
Facebook Twitter Whatsapp E-Mail Print Copy Link For Chancellor Merz, Israel is collecting some dirty work in Iran on behalf of others, sparking anger among Iran's government and opposition. The Iranian regime responds in a heated manner.
Following Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz's "dirty work" comment about Israel working in Iran, Iran has summoned the German ambassador in Tehran. "After the shameful remarks by the German Chancellor endorsing Tel Aviv's hostility against our nation, the ambassador of this country was called to the Foreign Ministry," the Iranian state television reported. The German ambassador to Iran is diplomat Markus Potzel.
Politics "Scandalous, Hypocrisy, Choice of Words" Merz's Israel "Dirty Work" Statement raises sharp criticism Merz praised Israel's military operation against Iran on a Canadian G7 summit Tuesday sidelines. "That's the dirty work that Israel is doing for us all," the Chancellor told ZDF. "I can only say, greatest respect for the Israeli army, the Israeli leadership, for having the guts to do it," Merz commented. The remarks stirred controversy in Germany, with the SPD coalition partner also expressing disapproval.
On Wednesday, Iran also called the Swiss ambassador in Tehran to the Foreign Ministry because of "irresponsible and threatening remarks" by U.S. President Donald Trump, according to state television. The Swiss embassy represents US interests in Iran since the United States does not have its own embassy in Tehran.
Israel Defends Merz
Support for Merz came from Israel's ambassador Ron Prosor. "Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz accurately described Middle East realities with his choice of words," said Prosor. "The Iranian nuclear program targets Israel primarily, but threatens global security," he said, adding that "Israel's rocket attacks targeting Iran threaten Berlin, Paris, and London as well."
Politics Weber on Iran Conflict "Israel does dirty work, USA provides the threat" Prosor believes this is already the case. "Weapon deliveries for the war against Ukraine have been significantly disrupted. The Houthis' attacks on maritime traffic between Europe and Asia have reduced." The international community is closely watching Europe's response, as it serves as a test of their readiness to act independently for their values and interests.
Chancellor's Chief of Staff: It's Also About Rockets
Chancellor's Chief of Staff Thorsten Frei defended Merz. "What the Federal Chancellor expressed with his words was that it isn't in our interest that a terrorist regime like the Iranian mullah regime has access to nuclear weapons," said Frei. Moreover, Frei stated that "the rocket technology in Iran is such that medium-range rockets can reach distant targets, even in Europe. So, it's not as if it doesn't bother us."
Source: ntv.de, gho/dpa
- Iranian Nuclear Program
- Iran
- Israel
- Friedrich Merz
- Rockets
Additional Context:
military operations against Iran, diplomatic tensions, nuclear proliferation concerns, regional and global security implications, ongoing conflict in the Middle East
Enrichment Insights:
- The current status of the Iranian nuclear program grapples with significant international scrutiny due to military actions.
- Evidence suggests Iran has enriched over 400 kg of uranium to 60 percent, potentially yielding nine nuclear weapons if further processed.
- Recent Israeli strikes have damaged numerous Iranian nuclear facilities, increasing the risk of further escalation and nuclear proliferation.
- Diplomatic talks have been disrupted, and tensions remain high between Iran, Israel, and their respective allies.
- The Iranian regime, in response to Friedrich Merz's comment regarding Israel's "dirty work" in Iran, has summoned the German ambassador to the Foreign Ministry, expressing outrage over the statement.
- The Israeli ambassador, Ron Prosor, defended Merz, stating that the Iranian nuclear program poses a significant threat not only to Israel but to global peace and security, including European cities.
