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EU's Borrell to Propose Israel Dialogue Suspension
Josep Borrell's proposal to suspend political dialogue with Israel over human rights concerns is likely to be vetoed by EU member states.
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- What is the legal basis for Borrell's proposal?
- Borrell's proposal is based on the EU-Israel Association Agreement, which includes human rights provisions. A previous joint letter from Spain and Ireland requesting a review of this agreement also met with strong resistance from other member states.
- What is Josep Borrell's proposal concerning Israel?
- Josep Borrell, the EU's foreign policy chief, proposed suspending political dialogue with Israel due to alleged human rights violations in Gaza. This proposal is highly likely to be vetoed by member states due to sharp divisions over the Israel-Hamas war.
- How did EU member states react to Borrell's proposal?
- Many EU member states, including Germany, Austria, and the Czech Republic, strongly opposed Borrell's proposal. They voiced their objections during a meeting of ambassadors, expressing surprise and concern.
- What is the speculated underlying motive behind Borrell's proposal?
- While the suspension of dialogue may seem to be Borrell's objective, it's speculated that his goal is to force member states to clearly state their positions on Israel's actions and compel Israel to justify its conduct.
- What is the context of the high number of casualties in the Israel-Hamas war?
- The Israel-Hamas war has resulted in a high number of casualties on both sides, with widespread criticism of Israel's actions, including obstructing humanitarian aid and targeting civilian areas.