G7 countries divided on how to stop the war in the Middle East
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G7 member states failed to reach a consensus on how to halt the escalating regional war in the Middle East. This lack of unity has led to ineffective diplomatic efforts, according to former EU Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Luigi Narbone.
On Wednesday, G7 leaders discussed the escalating crisis during a phone conference. Following the talks, they called for de-escalation and reducing tensions along the Israel-Lebanon border. The UN Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) continues to monitor the situation in line with UN Security Council Resolution 1701, maintaining peace in the buffer zone.
Narbone pointed out that diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict have so far been fruitless, largely due to differing opinions among G7 members. This disunity weakens the European Union's credibility and its ability to defend its core values.
Europe faces criticism for applying double standards—condemning Russia's actions in Ukraine while taking an unclear stance on the Middle East. Such contradictions undermine trust in its role in global conflicts.
Italy, which currently holds the G7 presidency, has called for the UN Security Council to strengthen UNIFIL’s mandate to better address the ongoing crisis.
Narbone pointed out that diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict have so far been fruitless, largely due to differing opinions among G7 members. This disunity weakens the European Union's credibility and its ability to defend its core values.
Europe faces criticism for applying double standards—condemning Russia's actions in Ukraine while taking an unclear stance on the Middle East. Such contradictions undermine trust in its role in global conflicts.
Italy, which currently holds the G7 presidency, has called for the UN Security Council to strengthen UNIFIL’s mandate to better address the ongoing crisis.
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