Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein Discusses De-escalation Efforts with French Counterpart

On Tuesday, June 17, 2025, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mr. Fuad Hussein, received a phone call from the Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs of the French Republic Mr. Jean-Noël Barrot. The two sides discussed the latest regional developments in light of the serious escalation following the attack on the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Both ministers expressed shared concern over the gravity of the current situation and stressed the urgent need for the international community to take immediate action to halt military operations from all parties. They warned that continued escalation could lead to broader global crises, both economic and humanitarian.

The discussion also affirmed the importance of preventing the expansion of the conflict or the involvement of additional regional and international actors, which would further threaten global peace and stability.

Minister Hussein underscored the need for European countries—particularly France, the United Kingdom, and Germany—to play a direct and effective role in pushing for an immediate ceasefire and a return to negotiations.

The two ministers agreed on the importance of coordinating international positions to support the path of dialogue, considering it the most viable option to avoid dangerous consequences for the region and the world.