The European Union calls for intensified diplomatic efforts, despite the failure of peace talks held this weekend between the US and Iran, UNN reports with reference to AP.
"The EU remains convinced that diplomacy is key to resolving all outstanding issues," Anouar El Anouni, a spokesman for the 27-nation bloc on foreign affairs, said in a statement to AP on Sunday.
"The European Union will contribute to all diplomatic efforts, taking into account the full range of its interests and concerns, in coordination with partners."
He praised Pakistan's mediation efforts.
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The publication notes that European countries were not consulted on US and Israeli plans to attack Iran and are struggling with a sharp rise in energy prices and other consequences of the war. Great Britain and France are leading negotiations on creating a coalition that will ensure the security of the Strait of Hormuz after the end of active hostilities.
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