Spain to reopen Tehran embassy after reported ceasefire; European officials raise concerns over violations

Spain says it will reopen its embassy in Tehran following a reported ceasefire between the United States and Iran, according to a statement from the country’s foreign minister.

Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares said the diplomatic mission would resume operations after the pause in hostilities. He also accused Israel of breaching the ceasefire and violating international law, though no independent verification of those claims was immediately available.

Reactions from European officials have emerged alongside the announcement, reflecting broader concern about the situation in the region. UK Home Secretary Yvette Cooper described Israeli strikes on Lebanon as “completely wrong,” according to her public remarks.

France’s foreign minister Jean-Noël Barrot called the Israeli attacks unacceptable while also urging Iran to abandon any capacity to develop nuclear weapons. He said Tehran should end support for groups such as Hezbollah and Hamas.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said the situation had reached a critical point before the ceasefire, adding that the current pause should be used to move decisively toward a more permanent peace.