EU top diplomat 'not optimistic' on sanctioning Israel
Summary
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas expressed pessimism over the EU's ability to sanction Israel amid internal divisions while discussions continue on suspending funding to Israeli start-ups.
Key Points
- EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas stated she is not optimistic about the EU sanctioning Israel over the Gaza war due to divides among member states.
- Foreign ministers meeting in Denmark discussed suspending EU funding to Israeli start-ups as an initial punitive measure.
- The EU has failed to secure a majority to take stronger actions against Israel over its offensive in Gaza.
- Denmark, holding the EU presidency, supports suspending trade with Israel, sanctioning Israeli far-right ministers, and banning imports from illegal settlements.
