European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has welcomed signs of progress in ongoing negotiations between the United States and Iran, stressing that any final agreement must prevent Tehran from developing nuclear weapons and ensure stability in the Middle East.
In a statement posted on X, von der Leyen said she supported diplomatic efforts aimed at reducing tensions and restoring security in the region.
According to Times of Israel, the emphasized that the talks should lead to genuine de-escalation and guarantee safe international navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most strategically important oil shipping routes.
Von der Leyen stated that a successful agreement should reopen the Strait of Hormuz fully and ensure toll-free freedom of navigation for global trade and energy supplies.
She also repeated the European Union’s long-standing position that Iran must never be allowed to obtain a nuclear weapon.
Her remarks came shortly after US President Donald Trump announced that Washington and Tehran had “largely negotiated” a memorandum of understanding intended to calm the ongoing conflict and create a pathway toward a broader peace agreement.
The reported framework is expected to address several major issues, including Iran’s nuclear activities, regional security concerns, and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
While details of the arrangement have not yet been officially released, international leaders are closely monitoring the negotiations due to their potential impact on global energy markets and Middle East stability.
European officials have consistently backed diplomatic solutions to tensions involving Iran, while maintaining pressure on Tehran over its nuclear ambitions.
Von der Leyen’s comments reflect growing international hopes that continued negotiations could reduce the risk of further military escalation in the region and create conditions for a longer-term agreement between the parties involved…See More
