"More than a million Europeans have signed a petition asking the EU to suspend a trade deal with Israel for its atrocities in Gaza."
"Three member states, Spain, Ireland, and Slovenia, tabled a proposal backing the call, but Israel's allies, Germany and Italy, blocked the move."
"Changes to the bloc's foreign policies require approval from all members, raising questions about the EU's ability to act decisively."
"The situation prompts a critical examination of whether the EU can become a strong force opposing Israeli actions in the Middle East."
Over a million Europeans have signed a petition urging the EU to suspend its trade deal with Israel due to its actions in Gaza. Spain, Ireland, and Slovenia have proposed backing this call, but Germany and Italy have blocked the move. Changes to the EU's foreign policies require unanimous approval from all member states. The situation raises questions about the EU's potential role in opposing Israeli actions and its commitment to human rights and international law, especially in relation to the United States.
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