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German president calls Iran war a disastrous mistake, in rare rebuke of Trump
Steinmeier called the US-Iran war a breach of international law and a politically disastrous mistake that risks an irreparable rift with Germany's key post-war ally.
- On Tuesday, German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier condemned the US-Israeli war on Iran as a "breach of international law" and a "politically disastrous mistake" during a ceremony at the German Foreign Office.
- Steinmeier argued the conflict ruptures transatlantic ties as profoundly as Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine, dismissing claims of imminent US threat as lacking substance. His rebuke marks an unprecedented diplomatic rift under Trump's second term.
- Swiss Defense Minister Martin Pfister and German Vice Chancellor Lars Klingbeil echoed concerns about the war's legality, while Chancellor Friedrich Merz backed some objectives but stated he "would have advised against" the conflict.
- Germany now aims to reduce "excessive dependencies" on the US in defense and technology, a lesson drawn from extricating itself from Russian reliance. This strategic shift coincides with 75 years since the post-war reestablishment of its Foreign Ministry in Bonn.
- China returned to being Germany's top trading partner in 2025, overtaking the US as Berlin pursues alternatives. Officials warned the international order established 75 years ago faces pressure from those "trying to destroy it.
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Outrage in Jerusalem over pro-Israel German president who came out against Iran war:
Frank-Walter Steinmeier is considered one of Israel's greatest friends in Europe, but claims that the attack on the regime in Tehran is illegal; Iranian foreign minister was quick to praise him, the Israeli ambassador in Berlin attacked his words
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newenglishreview.orgIf German president had any influence, he would be a menace to the stability of Europe
German president Frank-Walter Steinmeier’s statement last week that the Iran war is a ”disastrous mistake” and a violation of international law is an outrage.
Iran’s FM hails German president for condemning US-Israeli aggression
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has lauded German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier for his outspoken condemnation of human rights violations against the Iranian people as the United States and Israel continue their aggression against the country.
Germany's foreign policy should not stop calling by name a "violation of international law," said Frank-Walter Steinmeier
German president says US basis for Iran war 'does not hold water'
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier said Tuesday that the U.S.’s justification for its war with Iran “does not hold water,” delivering a sharp rebuke of Washington’s rationale as questions mount about the conflict’s validity. Speaking in Germany, Steinmeier said the United States argument that Iran posed an imminent threat because of its venture toward a nuclear weapon failed to meet the standard required under international law, calling th…
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