In the written statement made by the office of Josep Borrell, High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, on behalf of the European Union, it was stressed that they are happy to begin the humanitarian break, which provides for the exchange of prisoners between the two parties. Israel and Hamas.
He added: “This plan must be fully implemented and extended for a longer period as a first step towards ending the ongoing poor humanitarian situation in Gaza.” The statement stated the following:
“Following the Israeli military operation in Gaza, more than a million people have fled their homes with nowhere to go. At the same time, the uncontrolled increase in settler violence against Palestinians in the West Bank is unacceptable.”
The statement recalled that the European Union supported Israel’s self-defense by adhering to international humanitarian law from the beginning, and said that “the European Union regrets the killing of many civilians, especially thousands of children and women.” His opinion was shared.
The statement stressed that protecting civilians, unimpeded access to basic services, and respecting areas in need of protection, such as hospitals and schools, is a legal obligation. “One horror cannot justify another. The current course must be reversed for the good of both peoples.” Evaluation done.
The statement indicated the following:
“The two-state solution is the only path to sustainable peace, security and prosperity for both the European Union, Israel and Palestine. It is the duty of the international community to take serious action to make this possible.”