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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, right, and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, centre, attend a European Council meeting in Brussels. EPA

EU to reject Trump demand for Strait of Hormuz patrols

France pushing for moratorium on energy attacks in Gulf before Eid celebrations

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Belgium to deploy soldiers to protect Jewish community after synagogue attack

Sting, Hydra and Hellfire: The cheap interceptors primed to take out Iran's Shahed drones

Europe seeks to help US and Israel end Iran war to 'save face'

Inside France's talks for Lebanon to avoid an Israeli army occupation

Western allies seek 'viable plan' to reopen Strait of Hormuz

Italian Foreign Minister backs UAE response to Iran attacks



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