EU Diplomat Warns of "Tsunami of Sanctions" Against Israel Post-Election
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- EU diplomat warns of "tsunami of sanctions" against Israel post-election.
- Sanctions are a response to inaction on settler violence and settlement expansion.
- Israel faces increasing international isolation and potential "apartheid state" label.
- Closure of British consulate in Jerusalem deemed unacceptable and will draw response.
- Diplomat claims Israeli government actions are politically motivated.
A senior European diplomat warned that Israel faces a "tsunami of sanctions" from the European Union immediately following its upcoming elections. Speaking anonymously to Ynet on Thursday, October 1, the diplomat stated that European anger towards Israel has reached an unprecedented level, citing the current government's actions as severely damaging the country's achievements.
The diplomat specifically criticized Prime Minister Netanyahu's government for its inaction regarding settler violence in the West Bank, noting that despite years of discussion, the situation has worsened, along with settlement construction. He questioned why Israel does not combat this violence, which he believes is harming the country and causing thousands of Palestinians to be displaced from their homes, suggesting it occurs with government consent or negligence.
He asserted that Israel is more isolated than ever, pointing to actions taken by the UK and 12 EU countries concerning settlements, and warned that continued settler violence is eroding Israel's legitimacy. The diplomat predicted that EU sanctions, which were delayed due to the elections, will be imposed immediately after, and warned that if the current trajectory continues, Israel risks becoming an "apartheid state" like South Africa.
Furthermore, the diplomat addressed the recent decision by Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar to close the British consulate in Jerusalem within a month, calling it an unacceptable diplomatic move that will provoke a strong response. He contrasted this with Russia's four-month notice for closing a British consulate. The diplomat suggested that Israel's harsh measures against Europeans are politically motivated to appease its electorate, rather than being driven by security concerns.
He concluded by urging Israelis to recognize the damage being inflicted by the current government, naming Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich as acting recklessly and stating that Netanyahu is not in control.
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