EU High Representative Josep Borrell has reiterated the need to pressure both Israel and Hamas to end the Gaza conflict. Speaking ahead of the EU Foreign Affairs Council meeting, Borrell said, “Many people have tried to stop the war in Gaza. This has not happened yet. Therefore, we must put pressure on the Israeli government and the Hamas side.”

Borrell confirmed plans to recommend suspending political dialogue with Israel, citing human rights violations in Gaza. However, Dutch Foreign Minister Caspar Veldkamp countered this view, stating, “In the Dutch view, this door should be kept open.”

The EU remains divided over its approach to the ongoing crisis, with calls for intensified diplomacy and accountability.

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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Arakchi issued a stern warning to the UK, Germany, and France, accusing them of making a “new strategic mistake” regarding Tehran’s nuclear program. In a social media post, Arakchi said, “Iran will give a tough and determined response to the violation of its rights,” criticizing the European trio for backing a resolution against Iran at the IAEA Board of Governors.

Arakchi condemned the move as baseless, recalling past disputes in 2005 which led to the expansion of Iran’s uranium enrichment. “Have these three really not learned any lessons in the last twenty years?” he said.

Meanwhile, the IAEA reported on May 31 that Iran’s 60% enriched uranium stockpile had grown from 274.8 kg in February to 408.6 kg by May 17. In response, the UK, Germany, and France are reportedly preparing to refer Iran’s file to the UN Security Council, which could activate the “snapback” mechanism and reimpose UN sanctions.

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