Netanyahu Urges European Intervention Following Iranian Intercontinental Strike and Threats to Global Energy Routes

PM Netanyahu urges European leaders to join the fight against Iran after a 4,000km missile launch proves Tehran's ability to strike deep into the continent.

By: AXL Media

Published: Mar 22, 2026, 8:42 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from The Times of Israel

Strategic Warning to European Capitals

During a visit to the southern city of Arad on Sunday, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu emphasized that the geographical scope of the Iranian threat has expanded beyond the Middle East. Citing the weekend’s intercontinental ballistic missile launch against the joint UK-US base at Diego Garcia, the Prime Minister warned that Tehran has demonstrated a strike radius capable of reaching major European population centers. Netanyahu asserted that the 4,000-kilometer range of these newer projectiles confirms his long-standing warnings that the Islamic Republic's military ambitions are no longer localized, necessitating a broader international coalition to neutralize the threat.

Condemnation of Attacks Near Jerusalem Holy Sites

The Prime Minister also addressed the recent Iranian targeting of the Jerusalem area, which saw projectiles land in close proximity to the Old City’s most sacred landmarks. Netanyahu condemned the regime for risking the destruction of sites central to the three major monotheistic faiths, including the Western Wall, the Al-Aqsa Mosque, and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. He described the lack of damage to these religious monuments as a miracle, accusing Tehran of a reckless disregard for global cultural and spiritual heritage in its pursuit of military escalation.

Economic Blackmail and Maritime Disruption

Beyond the immediate missile threat, Netanyahu highlighted the ongoing Iranian blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical artery for global oil and energy supplies. He characterized the regime’s actions as an attempt to "blackmail the entire world" by choking off international maritime routes. The Prime Minister argued that the disruption of global energy security should serve as a primary catalyst for European nations to move beyond diplomatic rhetoric and commit to the active military offensive currently being led by Israel and the United States.