France Summons Iranian Envoy Over 'Premeditated Aggression' Against Diplomats

France has summoned Iran's charge d'affaires to its Foreign Ministry, the Quai d'Orsay, in response to what Paris has termed a "premeditated and deliberate aggression" against French diplomats.

The diplomatic summons follows reports that French diplomats are being detained in Iran. The French government has issued a strong statement demanding a full investigation into the incident by Iranian authorities. Paris insists that those responsible for the aggression must be held accountable.

Furthermore, France expects Iran to uphold its international obligations by ensuring the security and safety of French diplomatic facilities and personnel within its territory. The incident marks a significant escalation in tensions between the two countries, highlighting concerns over the treatment of foreign diplomats and the security of diplomatic missions.

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France «expects the Iranian authorities to shed light on this incident, to punish those responsible and to ensure the security of its premises and its agents, in accordance with its international obligations».