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EU to Veto Proposal to Suspend Israel Dialogue

Josep Borrell's proposal to suspend EU-Israel political dialogue faces likely veto due to member state divisions over the Gaza conflict.

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What is Josep Borrell's proposal regarding Israel?: Josep Borrell, the outgoing EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs, proposed suspending political dialogue with Israel due to alleged human rights violations in Gaza. This proposal, however, is likely to be vetoed by member states due to divisions over the Israeli-Hamas conflict.
What is the likely outcome of Borrell's proposal and why?: Borrell's proposal aims to force EU member states to publicly declare their stance on Israel's actions in Gaza, using the suspension as a political signal rather than a definitive goal. The move is also intended to pressure Israel to justify its actions.
What is the basis for Borrell's proposal and what opposition does it face?: The proposal hinges on the EU-Israel Association Agreement's human rights clauses and faces strong opposition from several EU countries, including Germany, Czechia, Austria, and Hungary. These countries are considered strong supporters of Israel within the EU.
What previous actions regarding the EU-Israel agreement preceded Borrell's proposal?: Spain and Ireland previously called for a review of the EU-Israel Association Agreement in response to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Their call encountered resistance and was largely ignored by the European Commission.
What is the human cost of the Israeli-Hamas conflict, and what are additional points of contention?: The conflict between Israel and Hamas has resulted in a devastating loss of life, with over 1,700 Israelis and over 43,000 Palestinians killed, including many children. Criticisms also center on Israel's hindrance of humanitarian aid and UNRWA's operations.

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