Brussels: European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Tuesday welcomed the ceasefire between the Israeli occupation and Iran that US President Donald Trump announced, calling it an "important step" toward restoring stability in a region marked by escalating tensions.
According to Kuwait News Agency, von der Leyen expressed her views in a post on X, emphasizing that "this must be our collective priority." She further urged Iran to engage "seriously in a credible diplomatic process, because the negotiating table remains the only viable path forward."
The ceasefire announcement comes amid a backdrop of increasing hostilities and global calls for de-escalation in the region. The European Commission's endorsement of the ceasefire underscores the importance of diplomatic efforts in resolving ongoing conflicts. Von der Leyen's remarks highlight the EU's commitment to encouraging dialogue and peaceful resolutions in international conflicts.