Overview

• On June 20, US warplanes hit three Iranian nuclear sites, inflicting significant damage on Tehran’s enrichment infrastructure.
• Chancellor Friedrich Merz called on Iran to negotiate directly with the US and Israel to secure a peaceful resolution.
• Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul reiterated Germany’s commitment to reviving Geneva talks with Iran, the UK, and France.
• Germany used charter flights from Jordan and Bundeswehr planes from Israel to evacuate hundreds of nationals but has not organized departures from Iran, where about 1,000 Germans remain registered.
• Officials warn the confrontation risks wider Middle East instability and could threaten oil transit through the Strait of Hormuz.