EU Agrees Sanctions on Israeli Settlers Over West Bank Violence
The European Union has agreed sanctions on Israeli settlers linked to violence in the West Bank, the BBC reports. The package includes travel bans and asset freezes for designated individuals. Israel's government has criticised the decision.
The European Union has agreed sanctions targeting Israeli settlers found to be linked to violence against Palestinians in the West Bank, the BBC reports. The package includes travel bans and asset freezes for designated individuals.
The sanctions will enter into force once formally adopted by the EU Council and have been described by Brussels as a long-discussed step among member states. The European Commission says the decision is intended to limit further escalation in the area and to respond to allegations of violations of international law.
Israel's government has criticised the move, calling the sanctions "one-sided" and arguing that they fail to take full account of the security situation in the West Bank. The Palestinian Authority has welcomed the decision, while human rights groups have urged the EU to expand the list. Possible regional reactions are now being watched closely.
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