EU ministers reject suspending dialogue with Israel DW 11/18/2024
Briefly

Josep Borrell expressed frustration over the situation in Gaza, stating, "It's about 44,000 people killed in Gaza...70% of those killed are women or children." His comments underscored the urgent humanitarian crisis.
The EU foreign ministers resisted Borrell's call to suspend diplomatic ties, emphasizing the necessity of maintaining dialogue with Israel amid ongoing Middle Eastern tensions and conflicts.
Despite Borrell's persistent criticism of Israel, particularly regarding its military actions in Gaza, EU member states demonstrated considerable reluctance to alter their diplomatic engagement with Israel.
The EU-Israel Association Agreement underlines the importance of respect for human rights, a principle Borrell highlighted in his calls for greater accountability from the Israeli government.
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