EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell has proposed halting the EU-Israel political dialogue, citing Israel's alleged international law violations in Gaza. This initiative, perceived as Borrell's last significant move before leaving office, faces substantial opposition, notably from Germany and other EU nations.
Borrell's successor, Kaja Kallas, is expected to deprioritize the Israel-Gaza issue, while incoming US President Trump is anticipated to adopt a pro-Israel stance. Within the EU, opinions are divided; countries like Germany and Austria back Israel, whereas Spain and Ireland support the Palestinian cause.
Borrell's proposal stems from the EU-Israel Association Agreement's requirement for human rights respect, a principle he argues Israel has not upheld adequately. Despite ongoing Israeli military actions in Gaza and Lebanon, Borrell's suggested suspension of dialogue is seen as a political gesture unlikely to result in significant change.
The proposal has sparked debate on how best to address human rights concerns without severing communication channels with Israel.
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