The EU finance ministers are assessing the economic impact of the US and Israel's aggression against Iran, with the Strait of Hormuz becoming a critical economic chokepoint. The EU faces higher prices and growth issues with 72.4 million at risk of poverty.

US President Donald Trump has accused NATO allies of abandoning Washington during its confrontation with Iran, claiming European governments failed to support the United States despite decades of American military and financial backing.

Fifty members of the European Parliament have called on FIFA’s ethics committee to investigate President Gianni Infantino for creating an annual “Peace Prize” and awarding it to US President Donald Trump.

Europe is falling short of gas storage filling targets, as imports have been disrupted by conflict in the Persian Gulf.

Iran says Italy’s technical and logistical support for the recent US-Israeli war of aggression against the Islamic Republic is tantamount to a “clear and direct” role in the illegal military assault.

The EU economy faces stagflation, productivity issues, and high energy costs, exacerbated by the conflict. While multinationals in arms, energy, and banking sectors profit, ordinary businesses and consumers suffer.

Mark Rutte’s remarks have sparked fresh controversy as Rome claims it denied permission for US warplanes bound for Iran.