Spain, Slovenia and Ireland have called on the European Union to discuss the possible suspension of its association treaty with Israel, citing growing concerns over regional developments and recent policy measures.
Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares said the three countries submitted a joint letter last Friday to EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, urging an urgent review of the bloc’s response, reports Al Jazeera.
The letter highlights concerns over the situation in Lebanon as well as a recently passed Israeli law that предусматриes the death penalty by hanging for Palestinians convicted in Israeli military courts.
The request comes ahead of a meeting of EU foreign ministers in Luxembourg, where the issue is expected to be discussed.
Meanwhile, international criticism has also intensified following reports of an Israeli soldier desecrating a statue of Jesus Christ in southern Lebanon. The incident has drawn condemnation from various quarters, including political figures and religious observers, who say it reflects a broader pattern of tensions in the region.