EU Chief Urges Restraint Amidst Middle East Tensions

European Union foreign policy chief Josep Borrell called for avoiding further military interventions in Lebanon. His statement came during an emergency video conference of EU foreign ministers. This follows Israel's warning to Iran and a hint at a potential land invasion of Lebanon after killing Hezbollah's leader.

On Monday, European Union foreign policy chief Josep Borrell emphasized the necessity of avoiding additional military interventions in Lebanon. Speaking to reporters from Mexico after an emergency video conference involving EU foreign ministers, Borrell cautioned that any further military intervention would severely worsen the situation.

This call for restraint came in light of recent events in the Middle East. Israel issued a stark warning to Iran, stating that no location in the region was beyond its reach. Additionally, Israel hinted at a possible land invasion of Lebanon, following the assassination of the Hezbollah group's leader, a significant adversary of Israel, in a Beirut suburb last week.

Borrell's comments underline the European Union's concerns over escalating tensions and their potential impact on regional stability. The EU foreign ministers' meeting highlighted the importance of diplomatic solutions to avoid further conflict in the already volatile region.

(With inputs from agencies.)