Iran official Slams Germany, France Over Israel Comments

⁤ ⁤ ​ Updated June 16, 2025

Tehran – An ​Iranian Foreign ⁤Ministry official has sharply criticized Germany and France over their positions on the ⁢ongoing tensions between Iran and Israel, as ⁤well as Iran’s nuclear⁤ program.Esmaeil Baghaei,‍ a spokesman for the​ ministry,‌ used social media to ⁢voice his concerns.

Baghaei took to‍ X on Saturday to contrast Iran’s dedication to humanitarian principles ‍with what he⁣ described as Germany’s history of aggression. He suggested German ⁢officials should‍ “stay silent” regarding the​ current‌ conflict. He referenced⁤ Germany’s role‌ in ​instigating two world wars,while highlighting Iran’s past ⁤sheltering of ⁢Jewish refugees during World War II.

The Iranian official’s remarks ⁣followed condemnation from German Foreign ⁣Minister Johann Wadephul regarding Iran’s response to Israel and allegations that iran’s nuclear program violates the non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT). The NPT is an‍ international ‌treaty whose objective is​ to prevent the⁤ spread of nuclear weapons and‍ weapons technology.

Baghaei also addressed⁣ French president Emmanuel Macron in ‌a separate ⁣post, accusing him of distorting Iran’s ⁤nuclear​ activities⁤ while⁢ Israel allegedly attacks Iranian targets. ​he called it “shameful” that Macron ‍would focus on Iran’s ⁢nuclear program at a time when ‌Israel is accused of ⁣violating ​international law by bombing homes and killing⁢ Iranians.

Macron had previously⁢ claimed that Iran’s nuclear program was ​nearing a critical ⁣phase. Tensions remain high in the region ‌following reported Israeli actions​ within Iran,which ⁣prompted Iran to exercise‌ its right to self-defense under⁣ Article​ 51⁣ of the UN Charter with retaliatory strikes.

Ayatollah Seyyed⁢ Ali Khamenei, Leader of the Islamic Revolution, stated that ⁢Israel had made a “big mistake” and would face​ severe consequences. He affirmed that the Iranian Armed Forces would strongly support the nation and deliver ‌meaningful ​blows to what he termed ‍the “criminal regime.” The ongoing Iran-Israel conflict and Iran nuclear ‍program ‍remain key concerns.

What’s next

The international community is⁢ closely watching for further developments⁤ and diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the‌ situation and address concerns about Iran’s nuclear ambitions. The role of international mediators will be crucial in the coming weeks.