The German Foreign Minister announced that Germany will not participate in military strikes against Iran.
Germany has announced it will not take part in any military strikes against Iran, despite supporting efforts by the United States and Israel to curb Tehran’s nuclear and missile programs.
Foreign Minister يوهان فادهفول said Berlin is coordinating closely with European partners, including the United Kingdom and France, but stressed that each country will make its own decisions on military action. Speaking to Deutschlandfunk, he said Germany has no military bases in the region and lacks the resources needed for such operations.
He explained that while the UK has chosen to provide military bases to the United States, Germany has no intention of doing so. According to him, the German government will not participate in any form of offensive action related to the conflict.
The three European powers, known as the E3, said in a joint statement they are ready to take “necessary and proportionate defensive measures” to stop Iran from launching missiles and drones. Wadephul clarified that for Germany, this only means that soldiers of the Bundeswehr would defend themselves if attacked, and nothing beyond that.
Earlier reports from Israel's Army Radio suggested Germany was considering joining the US-Israeli campaign if Iran continued retaliatory strikes. The broadcaster claimed plans were being discussed, including airstrikes and logistical support. Berlin, however, has firmly rejected those claims.