EU's Josep Borrell proposes potential sanctions against certain Israeli ministers due to alleged hate messages against Palestinians.

EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell has asked EU member states if they would support sanctions against certain Israeli ministers, allegedly spreading hate messages against Palestinians and violating international law. Borrell has not specified which ministers or messages he refers to, but has publicly criticized Israeli ministers Ben-Gvir and Smotrich for their statements. It is unlikely the EU will find unanimous agreement among its 27 members to impose sanctions on Israeli government ministers; however, Borrell's proposal indicates concerns among European officials about the actions of certain Israeli ministers. Israel's foreign minister has accused Borrell of making false claims against him, while Ireland, a pro-Palestinian EU member, has supported Borrell's suggestion.

August 29, 2024
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