Government has welcomed a diplomatic rapprochement between Europe and Iran aimed at de-escalating the rising hostilities between Israel and Iran.

It describes the move as a necessary step towards peace and stability in the region.

In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ghana expressed strong support for the initiative, urging the international community to rally behind ongoing diplomatic efforts.

“We take the considered view that this diplomatic initiative should be embraced and encouraged by the international community,” the statement said.

The government reiterated its longstanding position that sincere and constructive diplomacy was the only viable, pragmatic, and humane option for resolving the worsening conflict.

“Ghana has always maintained that sincere and genuine diplomatic engagement is the only viable, pragmatic and humane option to resolving the current conflict,” the Ministry noted.

As the current Chair of the Governing Board of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Ghana reaffirmed its commitment to dialogue and peaceful resolution of international disputes.

“Ghana has consistently championed dialogue and diplomatic pathways towards resolving the concerns of all parties,” the statement emphasised.

The government further called on Israel to reconsider its stance and join the ongoing diplomatic process.

“Ghana urges Israel to reconsider its position and participate in the ongoing diplomatic talks,” the Ministry said, warning that the current conflict’s humanitarian toll was already being felt across the international community.

“The devastating effect of this conflict is already being felt by the entire international community, and further escalation will only exacerbate the consequences,” it added.

The statement reflected Ghana’s proactive diplomatic engagement and its role in promoting international peace and security through multilateral cooperation.

The country has maintained a balanced approach in foreign policy, often advocating for peaceful negotiations in conflict situations.

The recent hostilities between Israel and Iran have drawn widespread international concern, with several countries calling for restraint and renewed diplomacy.