The latest developments in the Middle East are expected to be discussed today by EU Foreign Ministers at their meeting in Brussels, as international concern increases after the US has hit nuclear facilities in Iran, in support of the strikes launched for days.
One of the key issues that will be of concern to EU Foreign Ministers is how they will be able to contribute to the diploma and return to diplomacy.
The head of European foreign policy, Kaya Kalas called on yesterday, Sunday, “to take a step back, return to the negotiating table and prevent further escalation”.
Gaza and actions of Israel on the agenda
Another issue on the agenda of EU Foreign Ministers’ talks will be the conclusions of reports that Israel’s actions in the Gaza Strip are in line with the EU-Israeli connection authorities.
This report by the EU Diplomatic Service was released on Friday and concluded that “there is evidence that Israel is violating its obligations regarding human rights under Article 2 of the EU-Israeli Connection Agreement”.
“The ongoing restrictions imposed by Israel on the supply of foods, medicines, medical equipment and other vital supplies affect the entire population of Gaza,” the report said.
Asked about an Israeli official as a “one -sided” report as “one -sided”, saying that “it is an example of the two measures and two stations used by the EU against Israel”.
Based on the EU-Israel connection agreement, which came into force in 2000, the two sides agreed that their relationship “would be based on respect for human rights and democratic authorities”.
The report includes a section dedicated to the Gaza situation, which covers issues related to the refusal of humanitarian aid, attacks with a significant number of victims, hospital attacks and medical facilities, displacement and lack of accountability. At the same time, it also examines the situation on the occupied West Bank, including violence against the Palestinians by the Jewish settlers.
The governments of EU member states now have to consider whether and how they will respond to this report, with foreign ministers appearing. Although some are in favor of taking measures against Israel, no specific decisions are expected to be made today.
Source :Skai
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