Brussels, April 6 (LaPresse) – European Council President Antonio Costa stated that “any attack on civilian infrastructure, particularly energy facilities, is illegal and unacceptable.” “This applies to the war in Ukraine and everywhere. The Iranian civilian population is the main victim of the Iranian regime and would also be the primary victim of an escalation of the military campaign,” he emphasized. Yesterday, U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to “blow up” Iran, including bridges and power plants, if an agreement is not reached within 48 hours.
Costa also stressed that, as recalled in a recent phone call with the Iranian president, the EU “urges Tehran to immediately end its attacks against countries in the region and allow the full restoration of freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.” “Escalation will not lead to a ceasefire and peace. Only negotiations will, particularly the ongoing efforts led by regional partners,” Costa remarked, highlighting that “after five weeks of war in the Middle East, it is clear that only a diplomatic solution can resolve the root causes of the conflict.”