The Iranian president made the remark in a phone conversation with President of the European Council Antonio Costa, criticizing the European Union’s biased stance regarding the military aggression by the US and the Israeli regime against Iran, labeling it a flagrant violation of the rule of law.
President Pezeshkian emphasized that the Strait of Hormuz is closed and will remain closed to vessels belonging to aggressor parties and their supporters, warning that any foreign intervention in the war would have dangerous repercussions.
He also advised European countries to abandon their negative approach toward Iran and instead shape their policies based on international law and in a manner that promotes constructive engagement.
The president said the US–Israeli military assault was unprecedented and directly challenged the principles the EU claims to uphold. He added that Iran had pursued constructive diplomacy but was unlawfully attacked during negotiations, showing the aggressors prefer coercion over dialogue.
While asserting Iran’s inherent right to self-defense, President Pezeshkian noted that regional instability, including concerning the Strait of Hormuz, stems from hostile US-Israeli actions.
He further urged European nations to align their policies with international law instead of adopting a destructive approach toward Iran.
European Council President Costa expressed concern over the geopolitical and economic fallout, and affirmed that European countries have never supported this aggression against Iran and consider it contrary to international law and regulations, calling for peaceful, negotiated solutions.