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2024 - 10 - 29

When Diplomacy Goes Up in Smoke: Germany's Standoff with Iran!

Diplomatic Relations - Dublin Business School - Germany - Iran - Israeli strikes - Jamshid Sharmahd

Germany recalls its ambassador in protest after the execution of German-Iranian Jamshid Sharmahd – and other juicy tidbits you won’t want to miss!

In a dramatic escalation of diplomatic tensions, Germany has made headlines by recalling its ambassador from Iran following the controversial execution of German-Iranian national Jamshid Sharmahd. The foreign minister, Annalena Baerbock, took a strong stance against Iran, calling its regime “inhumane.” The execution, which was surrounded by accusations of a sham trial, has left many questioning whether Berlin could have done more to save Sharmahd from his grim fate. This event sends ripples through European-Iranian relations, sparking discussions in corridors of power about the effectiveness of sanctions and diplomatic efforts.

On the geopolitical front, Israel has also been stirring the pot, launching a series of strategic strikes against Iranian military sites suspected of housing ballistic missile production capabilities. Satellite images reveal extensive damage to facilities run by the Revolutionary Guard, confirming the high stakes involved in this escalating conflict. As both nations exchange hostility, it’s clear that the geopolitical landscape is as fragile as ever. Surprisingly, the Iran-Israel conflict is even making waves in the U.S. presidential election, reminding us all that what's happening across the globe can ignite debates within our own backyard.

Meanwhile, some local news is turning heads right here in Dublin as the Dublin Business School was ordered to cough up €53,000 to a lecturer they unfairly dismissed for logging into his email account from Iran. While this incident seems distant from the high-stakes drama of international diplomacy, it piquantly highlights how global affairs filter into everyday lives, reminding us there’s more than one kind of gravity pulling us down.

In the backdrop of all this turmoil, it's essential to note that Iran plans to boost its military budget by 200% after recent exchanges with Israel. This hefty increase raises eyebrows and concerns over an arms race that could further destabilize the region. Moreover, how will the citizens of Germany respond to the government’s handling of such a sensitive situation, especially in the context of future diplomatic relations? With all these factors in play, it’s clear that the coming weeks could unleash more surprises, setting the stage for an uncertain future.

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Germany recalls ambassador to Iran over execution (RTE.ie)

Germany has recalled its ambassador to Iran over the execution of German-Iranian national Jamshid Sharmahd.

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Scholz condemns Iran for executing German national (POLITICO.eu)

This “will have serious consequences,” added Annalena Baerbock, Germany's foreign minister.

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Satellite photos show Israeli strike likely hit Iran Revolutionary Guard ... (Irish Examiner)

Israel's attack on Iran likely damaged a base run by the paramilitary Revolutionary Guard that builds ballistic missiles and launches rockets as part of its ...

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Could Berlin have saved Jamshid Sharmahd from execution in Iran? (Euronews)

Following the execution of the German-Iranian Jamshid Sharmahd, the German government has been accused of failing to do all it could to save him.

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Germany Condemns Iran's 'Inhumane Regime' After Execution Of ... (Radio Free Europe/ Radio Liberty)

Germany's foreign minister on October 28 condemned Iran's “inhumane regime” after the execution of Iranian-German national Jamshid Sharmahd following his ...

Israel-Iran Conflict Becomes Issue in U.S. Presidential Election ... (International Viewpoint)

In a presidential election dominated by domestic issues, the Iran-Israel conflict pushes foreign policy to the fore. Still, Americans' concerns about the ...

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Germany recalls ambassador from Iran as it protests the execution of ... (The Washington Post)

Germany has protested to Iran over the execution of Iranian German prisoner Jamshid Sharmahd, who was kidnapped in Dubai in 2020 by Iranian security forces.

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Israel attacks Iranian missile production, air-defence sites (Jane's)

Israel carried out a more extensive attack in retaliation for Iran's 1 October ballistic missile attack than it did after the Iranian attack in April, ...

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Hostility flares between Iran and Israel at security council session (Deccan Herald)

The Security Council meeting was requested by Iran, with the support of Russia and China -- close allies of Iran -- and Algeria, the only Arab country ...

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Satellite photos show Israeli strike likely hit important Iran ... (ABC News)

Israel's attack on Iran likely damaged a base run by the paramilitary Revolutionary Guard that builds ballistic missiles and launches rockets as part of its ...

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Iran executes dissident Jamshid Sharmah over terror conviction (BBC News)

The German-Iranian had denied leading a group that bombed a mosque in 2008, killing 14 people.

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Germany recalls ambassador from Iran, protesting execution of ... (The Times of Israel)

Jamshid Sharmahd, a German citizen and US resident, put to death on charges related to a 2008 bombing; Germany calls his trial a 'sham' and his execution 'a ...

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DBS ordered to pay lecturer sacked for Iran login €53000 (RTE.ie)

Dublin Business School has been ordered to pay €53000 after admitting sacking a lecturer for logging into his college email account from Iran was unfair.

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What satellite images reveal about strikes on Iran (BBC News)

BBC Verify has analysed satellite imagery from Iran to assess damage from Israeli air strikes.

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Satellite photos show Israeli strike likely hit Iran Revolutionary Guard ... (BreakingNews.ie)

Israel's attack on Iran likely damaged a base run by the paramilitary Revolutionary Guard that builds ballistic missiles and launches rockets as part of its ...

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Satellite photos show Israel's Iran strike likely hit key IRGC missile ... (The Times of Israel)

Apparent damage at base in Shahroud could make it harder for Revolutionary Guard to produce the solid-fuel ballistic missiles Tehran has twice used in ...

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Iran plans to increase military budget by 200 percent (Aljazeera.com)

Defence spending boost needs parliament nod, comes as Iran and Israel exchanged tit-for-tat missile strikes in October.

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What visuals reveal about the impact of Israeli strikes on Iran (The Washington Post)

Satellite imagery analyzed by The Washington Post shows damage to two air defense installations and at least three sites associated with missile production.

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Satellite photos show Israeli strike likely hit important Iran ... (The Associated Press)

Israel's attack on Iran likely damaged a base run by the paramilitary Revolutionary Guard that builds ballistic missiles and launches rockets as part of its ...

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Germany recalls envoy to Iran over execution of German-Iranian ... (Reuters)

Germany has recalled its ambassador to Iran over the execution of German-Iranian national Jamshid Sharmahd and summoned the Iranian charge d'affaires to ...

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Germany recalls ambassador from Iran after California man's ... (Los Angeles Times)

Jamshid Sharmahd, 69, an Iranian German who lived in Glendora, was put to death in Iran on Monday on terrorism charges, the country's judiciary said.

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German-Iranian national and longtime US resident executed in Iran (CNN)

He was sentenced to death in 2022 for “corruption on Earth,” sparking widespread condemnation from human rights groups and Western governments.

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Iran: Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the EU on ... (EU News)

The EU issued a statement condemning in the strongest terms the execution in Iran of German-Iranian national Jamshid Sharmahd, and reiterating its call on ...

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Germany recalls Iranian ambassador over execution of Iranian ... (Voice of America)

Germany's Foreign Ministry recalled its ambassador to Iran, Markus Potzel, on Tuesday for consultations and also summoned Iran's charge d'affaires in Berlin ...

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Israel's strikes on Iran broke a 40-year taboo. Tehran faces tough ... (CNN)

Saturday's attack marked the first time Israel has acknowledged striking Iran, bringing the shadow war into the open and crossing a threshold that has led ...

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Israel military chief says if Iran attacks we will hit back with ... (Reuters)

Israel's military chief warned Iran on Tuesday to stand down from any retaliation for Israel's airstrikes near Tehran last week, which followed an Iranian ...

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