European Leaders Support EU Measures Targeting Israel
(MENAFN) European leaders expressed support Wednesday for steps suggested by the European Commission aimed at Israel.
"I welcome the European Commission’s proposals on the suspension of certain trade provisions of the Association Agreement with Israel, and on sanctions against extremist ministers and violent settlers, as well as against Hamas. It is now for member states to decide," European Council President Antonio Costa posted on the US social media company X’s platform.
Costa emphasized that the measures are not directed at the Israeli populace, but are intended to signal that Europe "cannot accept the actions of the Israeli government in Gaza and the West Bank."
He further noted that the conduct of Tel Aviv has exceeded what he called its legitimate right to self-defense.
"The situation in Gaza is catastrophic and unacceptable. An immediate ceasefire is urgent. Full humanitarian access must be re-established. The hostages have to be released unconditionally," Costa added.
Ireland’s Foreign Minister Simon Harris also welcomed the proposals, describing them as "hugely significant," while highlighting the "genocide taking place in Gaza" and stressing the urgent need for intervention.
"Israel is committing genocide against the Palestinians, as confirmed yesterday by an independent UN investigative commission. Europe must act now!" Slovenia’s Foreign Minister Tanja Fajon wrote on X, voicing her support for the European Commission’s measures.
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