European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen stated that diplomacy is the best solution for the conflict between Israel and Iran, but did not call for an immediate ceasefire. She emphasized the need for a negotiated solution and placed the blame for the conflict on Iran. Von der Leyen also discussed the importance of addressing the Iran crisis alongside the situation in Ukraine at the G7 summit.

Original article source: https://www.timesofisrael.com/eu-chief-blames-iran-for-conflict-but-says-she-told-netanyahu-diplomacy-best-solution/
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