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During plenary this week, I addressed Europe’s approach to the Iranian regime. We cannot allow Iran to blackmail us via the Strait of Hormuz. Human rights must be central to any negotiations.
While the world watches rockets and memes, the Iranian regime is killing its citizens in the shadow of war. It is our responsibility to make this visible.
People in Iran hope for the end of the regime—while at the same time fearing even greater repression as a result of the war. As the US, Israel, and Iran continue to escalate militarily, Europe must take a clear stand for de-escalation, international law, and support for Iranian civil society.
How can Europe strengthen its defence capabilities without undermining democratic oversight? At a pan-European webinar organised by Europe Calling, we discussed existing challenges, political responsibility, and shared European solutions.
Everyone is talking about how Europe has to become more independent when it comes to security and defense. But how could that work – and what does it really mean?