The debate follows recent escalations, including US and Israel airstrikes on Iranian targets, which triggered missile retaliation attacks from Iran against Israeli cities. In addition, MEPs are expected to repeat calls for an end to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, and a hostage release agreement. In a plenary debate on 16 June 2025, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said that Iran, as the main source of regional instability, must never be allowed to