The European Union’s foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas has called for nuclear experts to be included in any talks with Iran. She warned that excluding technical specialists could result in a weaker and more dangerous agreement. Her remarks came ahead of an informal EU leaders’ summit in Cyprus.
Kallas said negotiations focused only on nuclear issues would be insufficient without expert participation. She stressed that discussions lacking technical input risk falling short of the earlier Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action. She said this could undermine long-term stability in the region.
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She further warned that broader regional threats must also be addressed in any diplomatic framework. These include missile programmes and Iran’s alleged support for proxy groups. She also pointed to concerns about hybrid and cyber activities affecting Europe.
According to Kallas, ignoring these wider issues would leave key security risks unresolved. She said a narrow agreement would fail to prevent escalation in the Middle East. Her comments reflect ongoing European concerns about Iran’s regional influence.
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The EU is expected to continue pushing for a more comprehensive approach to future negotiations. Officials say technical expertise will be essential for any sustainable diplomatic outcome. Discussions among EU leaders are ongoing as regional tensions remain high.