What Can the EU Do to Influence Israel on Gaza?

What can the EU do to influence Israel on Gaza?

Israel is facing criticism from some of its staunches allies over its military operation in Gaza. The EU is looking to review its key agreement with Israel in a bid to increase pressure. What measures could the EU use, and can they make a difference?

EU leaders to consider increased pressure on Israel at summit

“The limit has been reached, and it has been for some time.” So said Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen (S) when she described the situation in Gaza at the Folkemødet on Thursday. Here, the Prime Minister stated that sanctions against Israel are being considered within the EU framework. They may be on the table soon. At the EU summit at the end of June, the heads of state and government of the EU countries will have to address Israel and the situa…