The German chancellor has expressed doubt the US-Israeli military operation will bring about regime change
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has warned that bombing Iran will not help bring about regime change, criticizing the US for lacking an exit strategy in the war.
Merz initially backed Washington after the US and Israel launched unprovoked attacks on Iran late last month, blaming Tehran’s leadership for the conflict and saying, “the sooner the mullah regime stops, the sooner this war will end.”
At a press conference on Monday, Merz called for regime change, but said it is not likely by military means.
“This Iranian regime… must be replaced by a democratically legitimate government. But bombing it into existence will in all likelihood fail.”
He also rejected German participation in the conflict, including efforts to secure the Strait of Hormuz, a key oil route that has been blocked, sending prices up nearly 50% to over $100 a barrel.
“We lack the mandate from the UN, the EU, or NATO that is required under the law… We will not do it,” Merz said, adding that “this war is not a NATO matter.”
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