Europe Angry over Iran's Hostility Towards Israel

Iran's president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad stated on Wednesday that the state of Israel should "be wiped off the map." European Union leaders along with other countries including the U.S. and Canada condemn the president for saying such harsh words. European leaders stated Thursday that "Calls for violence, and for the destruction of any state, are manifestly inconsistent with any claim to be a mature and responsible member of the international community." The main concern held by European leaders and officials is over Iran's intentions to target surrounding countries with nuclear arms.