Von der Leyen, Starmer Back Potential US-Iran Pact

Fresh diplomatic momentum between Washington and Tehran has drawn positive responses from Brussels and London. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer both highlighted the importance of an agreement that lowers regional tensions and secures open shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. In separate posts, the two leaders called for a deal that bars Iran from developing nuclear weapons and stops destabilizing activities carried out either directly or via allied militias. Von der Leyen noted Europe’s willingness to limit the conflict’s impact and advance a lasting negotiated settlement. Starmer echoed those points, stressing that free navigation must be restored without restrictions or tolls. He pledged that Britain will shield its citizens from negative repercussions and collaborate with international partners to seize this diplomatic opening. The statements follow comments by visiting US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who told reporters in New Delhi that talks are advancing and concrete outcomes may be announced shortly, building on earlier signals from the Trump administration.