Merz says Germany working to end Iran war that has cost Europe $112bn
Merz says Germany working to end Iran war that has cost Europe $112bn German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has said that Germany was working to bring Iran war to an end as soon as possible as the conflict has added more than 100 billion euros ($112bn) to Europe’s energy costs over the past eight months. Speaking to reporters in Seoul on Friday, he said Germany was coordinating and stepping up…
Iran's Foreign Minister, Abbas Aragchi, has expressed strong criticism of Germany's support for the Israel-US war against Iran in the previous year. Aragchi's remarks, posted on X, highlight the financial burden the conflict has placed on European countries, particularly Germany. According to Aragchi, the war has cost more than 100 billion euros ($112 billion) and contributed to a significant increase in Europe's energy expenses.
In his post, Aragchi recalled German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's praise for the Israeli-US bombings of Iran, calling it "doing Europe's dirty work." He emphasized that Iran's powerful armed forces are prepared to deliver an "earth-shattering blow" to anyone who threatens the nation. Aragchi further stated that the concept of red lines in international relations has become obsolete in the face of Iran's resolve to protect its people.
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