"Steinmeier stated that the war 'violates international law' and that the U.S.'s justification of an imminent attack from Iran clearly 'does not hold water.'"
"'This war is also - and please bear with me when I say this, as someone directly involved - a politically disastrous mistake,' Steinmeier told the crowd."
"'A truly avoidable, unnecessary war, if its goal was to stop Iran from developing a nuclear weapon,' he added."
"Steinmeier compared the war's impact on U.S.-Germany relations to Germany's abrupt announcement of breaking ties with Russia after its invasion of Ukraine."
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier condemned the U.S. war on Iran, labeling it a 'disastrous' mistake that violates international law. He compared the situation to Germany's rupture with Russia over its invasion of Ukraine. Steinmeier emphasized that the U.S. justification for the war does not hold water and expressed frustration over the avoidable nature of the conflict. His remarks reflect a significant shift in Germany's stance towards U.S. policies, particularly under the current leadership of Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
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