EU condemns settler attacks in West Bank, urges accountability

The European Union has strongly condemned the latest attacks carried out by Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank, including assaults targeting European diplomats. The EU called for those responsible to be held accountable and for effective measures to prevent further violence and harassment against Palestinians and journalists.

In a statement issued today in Brussels, the spokesperson for the European External Action Service stressed the need for full accountability for these attacks and for effective steps to halt ongoing violence. The spokesperson emphasized the importance of protecting Palestinians from attacks and harassment, particularly during the current olive harvest season, and called for an end to assaults on journalists to ensure their safety and ability to work.

The EU also urged Israel to fully comply with international humanitarian law and international human rights law, and to halt the expansion of settlements in the occupied Palestinian territories.