Germany urges internal reform in Iran, rejects military intervention

Germany supports political change in Iran but emphasizes that it must come from within, Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul said.

Speaking at a joint press conference in Berlin with his French counterpart, Wadephul stressed that external military action is not the solution, Iran international reports.

“Given the brutality and ruthlessness of this regime, it is desirable that regime change occur,” Wadephul said.
“I just believe that this has to develop from within the country,” he added, noting that there have been “positive attempts” in that direction.

Wadephul also confirmed that Germany maintains contact with Iranian opposition groups as part of ongoing discussions about the country’s future political developments.

By Vafa Guliyeva