Brussels, Belgium – The European Union’s foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas, announced on Tuesday a decision to order a review of the existing partnership agreement between the EU and Israel, which functions as a free trade agreement. This decision comes in response to Israel’s continued blocking of humanitarian aid access to the Gaza Strip.
The Dutch news agency (ANP) quoted Dutch Foreign Minister Kaspar Velkamps as confirming that this measure was taken following Israel’s decision to prohibit aid entry into Gaza.
Netherlands Leads Diplomatic Efforts
This development follows the Netherlands successfully mobilizing sufficient support for its proposal to review the EU-Israel Partnership Agreement. The move is a direct consequence of Israel’s ongoing expansion of military operations in the Gaza Strip and its prevention of essential aid deliveries.
In a related context, France, Britain, and Canada issued a joint statement on Monday, threatening to impose sanctions on Israel if it does not halt its military operations in Gaza and if it fails to lift restrictions on the entry of humanitarian aid.
These escalating international actions reflect deep concern over the deteriorating humanitarian situation in Gaza and increasing pressure on Israel to comply with international laws and ensure the flow of vital aid to civilians.