BRUSSELS
The European Commission urged all state and non-state actors to respect international law Wednesday and refrain from actions that could escalate Mideast tensions.
EU Commission spokesperson Anouar El Anouni said at a media briefing in Brussels that he will not comment on hypothetical scenarios, but warned that military escalation carries the risk of serious consequences for regional stability and cited diplomacy as he reiterated the bloc's strong commitment to peace, security and stability in the Middle East.
The EU urges all state and non-state actors to respect international law, act with restraint and avoid any actions that could escalate tensions in the Middle East, said Anouni.
He also highlighted that principles of sovereignty and the UN Charter must be upheld under all circumstances.
The US and Israeli pressure on Iran have intensified since nationwide Iranian protests erupted in late December because of worsening economic and living conditions. Statements by American and Israeli officials have also pointed to ambitions to see the fall of Iran’s political system, in place since 1979.