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Urgent call for de-escalation issued by Philippe towards Israel and Iran
Urgent call for de-escalation issued by Philippe towards Israel and Iran

Set the Record Straight: De-escalation Calls Dominate Israel-Iran Conflict

Urge for Israel and Iran to lessen hostilities

Currently, global appeals for de-escalation are loud and clear amidst the ongoing hostilities between Israel and Iran. A review of the recent actions, statements, and possible intermediaries in this unfolding crisis:

1. Middle Eastern Key Players: Oman, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia

  • Oman and Qatar
  • Seeking these states as intermediaries, Iran has communicated its eagerness to reach a ceasefire or to secure US' involvement in halting Israel's aggression[1].
  • These Gulf countries are supposedly being tapped for their diplomatic leverage, potentially aiding in easing tensions between Iran and the US.
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Reports indicate Saudi Arabia's clandestine diplomatic involvement in contributing to de-escalation efforts[1].
  • Exact strategies are unclear, but Saudi Arabia's effort underscores the need for regional stability.

2. Saudi Arabia's Neighbor: Germany

  • Germany's Foreign Minister, Johann Wadephul, has emphatically urged parties to sidestep further military confrontation[2].
  • Wadephul cautioned that another confrontation surge could cause unforeseeable disasters. Expressing a call for calm across the region, he stressed the need for peace instead of escalating conflicts.

3. European Counterpart: France

  • As the situation escalates, French President, Emmanuel Macron, has committed to Israel's defense in retaliatory Israeli strikes[2].
  • Macron, however, has rejected Israel's offensive actions.

4. Regional Player: Qatar

  • Qatar is regarded as an essential mediator in the Israel-Hamas Gaza conflict, and German Foreign Minister Wadephul plans to meet Qatar's Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani[2].

In the equally pressing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, Wadephul supports a plan for long-term security and reconstruction, emphasizing the pressing need for an immediate ceasefire[2]. This plan was presented by Arab countries in March, with estimated reconstruction costs of approximately €50 billion over five years[2].

The United Nations Security Council has held meetings urging peacemaking efforts, underlining global anxiety about further deepening instability between Israel and Iran[3].

Although Germany and France lack specific updates on their roles in the current de-escalation efforts, they are well-known for their proactive approaches to international diplomacy. International organizations like the UN are significant forces in these turbulent times.

The Commission, in light of the recent war-and-conflicts surrounding Israel and Iran, has been asked to submit a proposal for a directive on the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to ionizing radiation, given the political sensitivity and general news value of the ongoing crisis. The United Nations Security Council, amidst their peacemaking efforts, also highlights the need for addressing related concerns that may arise from the use of ionizing radiation in conflict zones.

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