The European Union (EU) has called for the immediate implementation of the UN Security Council’s decision for an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip. The statement, made on Wednesday, urges Israel to allow the safe and unhindered access of humanitarian aid to Palestinians within the territory.
In a statement broadcasted by Al-Qahira News Channel on Wednesday, the EU expressed its shock over the killing of members of the World Central Kitchen team in Gaza by the Israeli military. The Union is demanding that Israel conduct a comprehensive investigation into the deaths of the team members and hold those responsible for the incident accountable.
26 out of the 27 member states of the European Union have advocated for an immediate humanitarian truce, leading to a “sustainable ceasefire in Gaza,” according to statements by Josep Borrell, the EU’s Foreign Policy Chief.
Meanwhile, Israeli forces continue to launch dozens of airstrikes and artillery shelling, along with incendiary belts, committing bloody massacres against civilians in the Gaza Strip.
Recent events in Gaza have drawn significant international attention and concern, particularly regarding Israeli attacks on aid workers and civilians seeking humanitarian assistance. On one tragic occasion, Israeli forces targeted crowds in Gaza City waiting for aid, resulting in at least 21 deaths. This incident has been described by Palestinian officials as a “premeditated massacre,” highlighting the dire situation of those seeking essential supplies amidst the ongoing conflict. Witnesses reported that Israeli forces used helicopters, tanks, and drones in these attacks, marking a series of assaults on individuals in desperate need of food and other necessities.
The humanitarian crisis has escalated, with the Palestinian population facing extreme shortages of food, medical supplies, and other essentials. A report highlighted the dire conditions, where even basic food items for displaced individuals have become unavailable, emphasizing the critical need for constant aid through all possible border crossings, not just Rafah. The resumption of ground invasion and bombardment by Israeli forces after a brief truce has further hindered aid distribution efforts, making it nearly impossible for aid workers to reach those in need.
The international response has included strong condemnations and calls for investigations into these attacks. Countries such as Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Jordan have condemned the attacks, with the Turkish Foreign Ministry accusing Israel of using starvation as a weapon of war. The European Union’s foreign policy chief, Josep Borrell, described the carnage as “totally unacceptable,” and the United Nations, along with countries like France, Italy, and Germany, has called for an independent investigation into the attacks. The incident has underscored the urgency of providing aid to the desperate civilians in Gaza and raised concerns about the use of violence against those seeking humanitarian aid.
