EU, China React to Escalating Israel-Iran Tensions

Escalating conflict between Iran and Israel, following Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear and missile facilities, has drawn warnings from the European Union about the risk of a wider Middle Eastern war if US involvement increases. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas has urged diplomatic solutions to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons, rather than military intervention. China, a key supporter of Iran through oil and weapons, faces a significant blow to its Middle East strategy and may encourage proxy attacks on US interests in response. Gordon Chang, a foreign policy analyst, highlights the potential for indirect Chinese retaliation via Iranian or allied groups. Meanwhile, former US President Donald Trump has warned of more severe Israeli attacks unless Iran abandons its nuclear ambitions, as the US and Iran prepare for renewed nuclear talks. The situation remains volatile, with fears of further escalation and regional destabilization.