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EU Consistently Condemns Israel's Settlement Policy

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The European Union has consistently taken a clear stance against Israel's settlement policy in the occupied Palestinian territory, emphasizing that it is illegal under international law. The EU's position is in line with United Nations resolutions and the International Court of Justice's Advisory Opinion on the status of the occupied Palestinian territory. In June 2024, the European Council reiterated its position, stating that Israel must fully comply with its obligations under international law in defending itself. The EU has also recalled the requirement for distinction between Israel's territory and the occupied Palestinian territory in its dealings with Israel.

Key Takeaways:

  • The EU has consistently condemned Israel's settlement policy in the occupied Palestinian territory, viewing it as illegal under international law.
  • The EU's position is supported by United Nations resolutions and the International Court of Justice's Advisory Opinion on the status of the occupied Palestinian territory.
  • The EU has taken care to distinguish between Israel's territory and the occupied Palestinian territory in its dealings with Israel, in line with the International Court of Justice's Advisory Opinion.
  • The EU has already listed nine individuals and five entities under the EU Global Human Rights Sanctions Regime for serious and systematic human rights abuses against Palestinians in the West Bank.
  • The EU is committed to a lasting and sustainable peace and has worked with partners to revive the political process towards a two-state solution.
  • The EU has recalled the requirement for Israel to fully comply with its obligations under international law, including international humanitarian law, in all circumstances.
  • The EU has taken steps to monitor the situation in the occupied Palestinian territory and has provided updates on the implementation of its policies.

Statistics:

  • 9 individuals have been listed under the EU Global Human Rights Sanctions Regime for serious and systematic human rights abuses against Palestinians in the West Bank.
  • 5 entities have been listed under the EU Global Human Rights Sanctions Regime for serious and systematic human rights abuses against Palestinians in the West Bank.
  • The International Court of Justice's Advisory Opinion on the status of the occupied Palestinian territory was delivered on 19 July 2024.
  • The European Council reiterated its position on Israel's settlement policy on 27 June and 17 October 2024.

Sources:

  • European Council, "Conclusions of the European Council on 27 June 2024"
  • European Council, "Conclusions of the European Council on 17 October 2024"
  • International Court of Justice, "Summary of the Advisory Opinion of 19 July 2024"
  • United Nations, "General Assembly Resolution 13 September 2024"

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