EU Diplomat Proposes Suspension of Political Dialogue with Israel

Josep Borrell's suggestion to halt EU-Israel talks faces opposition from several member states.

EU Foreign Affairs Chief Josep Borrell plans to propose suspending the EU's political dialogue with Israel in response to its military actions in Gaza and Lebanon.
The proposal is based on reports suggesting that Israel may be violating human rights and international humanitarian law.
A unanimous decision from all 27 EU member states is required for the proposal to pass, which is deemed unlikely due to opposition from countries like Germany, Hungary, and the Netherlands.
The EU-Israel political dialogue, established in a 2000 association agreement, focuses on strengthening relations and upholding human rights and democratic principles.
The ongoing conflict has resulted in significant casualties, with thousands killed on both sides since the October 2023 Hamas attack on Israel.