Von der Leyen on the State of the Union: suffering in Gaza and unacceptable settlements
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EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen criticized the suffering in Gaza and the E1 settlement project in the West Bank, lamenting the lack of a united European response.
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Why It Matters
The president of the EU Commission spoke on the State of the Union, addressing Middle Eastern issues.
“The profound suffering in Gaza and the uncontrolled settler violence in the West Bank have deeply affected Europeans. The Israeli government's decision to push ahead with the illegal E1 settlement project is unacceptable. Last year I urged Europe to act, proposing a series of measures. It is painful for many Europeans that member states have failed to reach the majorities needed for a united response.
Some Member States have already taken initiatives in this regard. Others are considering doing so." Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said this at the State of the Union.
Open Questions
- Which member states are evaluating autonomous initiatives?
- What measures were proposed last year?
