Former European VP Calls for Stronger EU Stance on Iran Following Assassination Attempt

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In a profound and emotionally charged message to the European Parliament's Friends of Free Iran group on November 22, former Vice President of the European Parliament, Alejo Vidal-Quadras, made a compelling call for a radical shift in the European Union's policy towards Iran.
In a profound and emotionally charged message to the European Parliament's Friends of Free Iran group on November 22, former Vice President of the European Parliament, Alejo Vidal-Quadras, made a compelling call for a radical shift in the European Union's policy towards Iran.

 

This appeal comes in the wake of an assassination attempt on Vidal-Quadras in Madrid on November 9, which he narrowly survived, albeit with serious injuries. Vidal-Quadras, while expressing his heartfelt gratitude for the overwhelming support and solidarity extended to him, did not mince words in his critique of the current EU approach towards Iran.

He emphasized the need for a policy pivot from “ineffective appeasement and negotiation” to one marked by “firmness, perseverance, and strength.” This call to action includes implementing sanctions, exerting diplomatic pressure, internationally isolating Iran, and supporting the Iranian democratic opposition

Vidal-Quadras commended their commitment to “European values of democracy and freedom” and their refusal to be intimidated by the Iranian regime.

 

His message, delivered with a sense of urgency and conviction, highlighted the resilience and courage of those organizing the event.
Dr. Vidal-Quadras message, delivered with a sense of urgency and conviction, highlighted the resilience and courage of those organizing the event.

 

“This reflects your unwavering commitment to our European values of democracy and freedom and your personal bravery not letting the criminal Iranian regime intimidate our Institutions,” he stated.

Recounting the harrowing experience of the assassination attempt, Vidal-Quadras revealed, “On November 9th in Madrid, I was shot in the face with the intention to kill me, but miraculously, my life was preserved, although the bullet destroyed my jaw.” Despite the severe trauma, he expressed a determined spirit to return to work, supported by the solidarity of his colleagues. He cautioned against yielding to such blackmail, stating, “If you accept blackmailing once, you will be blackmailed forever.”

 

Vidal-Quadras also shed light on the tactics employed by the Iranian regime, including exploiting Western fears of a nuclear-armed Iran, engaging in hostage-taking, leveraging the business interests of Western companies in Iran, and resorting to terrorist attacks.
Vidal-Quadras also shed light on the tactics employed by the Iranian regime, including exploiting Western fears of a nuclear-armed Iran, engaging in hostage-taking, leveraging the business interests of Western companies in Iran, and resorting to terrorist attacks.

 

Concluding his powerful address, Vidal-Quadras called for a decisive and ethical alignment of EU policy with the aspirations of the Iranian people. “It’s time to live up to our ethical and political standards. It’s time to take the side of the Iranian people with no hesitation. It’s time to win,” he urged, emphasizing the urgent need for the EU to rethink its approach and stand firmly with those seeking democracy and freedom in Iran.

 

 

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