EU weighs downgrading ties with Israel
EU leaders are considering possible repercussions for #Israel in response to the situation in #Gaza, with a new review likely finding it falls short of human rights obligations. A broad coalition of 17 EU member countries, led by the Netherlands, pushed for the review — which will be presented at a meeting of foreign affairs ministers on June 23.
Diplomats are pushing for action, and the European Commission may be called upon to downgrade ties, particularly in trade areas, if violations are substantiated. While fully ending the Association Agreement faces hurdles, the Council aims to explore options requiring only a qualified majority.
The European External Action Service is actively assessing Israel's compliance with international law.
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