Germany, France, and Britain have jointly condemned Iran for supplying ballistic missiles to Russia for use in the ongoing Ukraine war. In response, the three European nations have announced new sanctions, specifically targeting Iran’s air transport sector.
In a shared statement, the countries revealed plans to cancel bilateral air service agreements with Iran and work towards imposing sanctions on Iran Air. This action follows reports that Russia has received missile shipments from Iran and is likely to use them in the Ukraine conflict in the coming weeks.
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken confirmed the missile transfers during his recent visit to London, signaling growing international concern over Iran’s military involvement. Despite prior warnings from the European nations about the consequences of such actions, the confirmation of the missile deliveries marks a significant escalation in Iran’s support for Russia.
The statement from Germany, France, and Britain emphasized that this move by Iran heightens the risks for European security and adds to the suffering of the Ukrainian people. The nations warned that this act not only strengthens Russia’s aggression but also poses a direct threat to Europe.