Josep Borrell, the European Union’s Foreign Policy Chief, has called for an extraordinary meeting of EU foreign ministers this coming Tuesday in response to the recent Iranian attacks on Israel. Borrell announced this in a tweet on the social media platform X, highlighting the urgency of the situation.
Borrell emphasized that the meeting aims to contribute to de-escalating the current tensions and achieving security in the Middle East. Earlier today, the European Union strongly condemned the Iranian attacks, describing them as “unacceptable” and a serious threat to regional security. This meeting is part of the EU’s efforts to address and mitigate the unprecedented escalation in the region.
European countries have generally expressed concern over the Iranian attacks against Israel. They emphasize the need for restraint and a measured response to avoid further escalation of the conflict. The European Union, along with its member states, is actively engaged in diplomatic efforts to stabilize the situation, underlining the necessity of maintaining regional security and preventing further violence.
On April 14, 2024, Iran launched an aggressive aerial attack on Israel, involving more than 300 missiles and drones. This attack is considered the first of its kind in terms of direct confrontation between Iran and Israel. In response, Israel’s defense systems managed to intercept 99% of these projectiles, effectively neutralizing the threat before significant damage could occur.
The Israeli military highlighted that their air defenses successfully blocked the Iranian strikes, confirming the minimal impact on Israeli infrastructure and the efficacy of their missile defense systems, such as the Arrow system. Despite the success in air defense, the psychological impact on the Israeli populace was noted as significant, with many relying on the robustness of their nation’s defense capabilities during the attack.
