Overview

• German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul said Tehran had previously declined constructive dialogue and that the new offer focuses on negotiating Iran’s nuclear programme
• Wadephul described progress on nuclear talks as a key prerequisite for pacifying the conflict and ensuring Israel’s and Europe’s security
• Ministers share an expectation that within a week both sides must take serious steps to interrupt the spiral of violence
• He expressed confidence that Israel does not intend to topple the administration in Tehran
• Wadephul condemned the humanitarian situation in Gaza as unacceptable, urged unrestricted aid access and called on Hamas to release hostages