Germany blocks EU settlements sanctions
3 months ago
Germany's foreign minister Johann Wadephul blocked EU efforts to impose sanctions over Israeli settlement expansion, prompting SPD foreign-policy politicians' criticism and straining the governing coalition.
Reposted by Mauro Gatti
Despite overwhelming evidence that Israel is violating international law, there is still no final decision to suspend the EU–Israel Association Agreement or ban trade with illegal settlements.
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Despite overwhelming evidence that Israel is violating international law, there is still no final decision to suspend the EU–Israel Association Agreement or ban trade with illegal settlements.
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Reposted by Mauro Gatti
She says an extraordinary meeting of foreign ministers might be convened to ensure further progress.
But the QMV vs unanimity debate is still open.
She says an extraordinary meeting of foreign ministers might be convened to ensure further progress.
But the QMV vs unanimity debate is still open.
by Cyrus Samimi
Reposted by Cyrus Samimi