EU Condemns West Bank Attack on Diplomats, Demands Accountability
Translated & summarized from Haaretz by baba
The European Union and France condemned settler attacks on a diplomatic delegation in the West Bank village of Taybeh. The EU expects Israel to hold perpetrators accountable, while France called for the arrest and prosecution of those responsible. The attack targeted diplomats from European countries, including the mayor of Oullins-Amour, France, and representatives from Poland and Belgium.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- The EU condemned settler attacks on a diplomatic delegation in the West Bank village of Taybeh.
- The EU expects Israel to hold those responsible for the attack accountable.
- France also condemned the attacks and urged Israel to prosecute the perpetrators.
- The delegation included diplomats from European countries, including the mayor of Oullins-Amour, France.
- Settler violence against Palestinians and activists during olive harvests was also condemned.
The European Union on Sunday strongly condemned an attack on a diplomatic delegation in the West Bank village of Taybeh, carried out by "violent settlers." A spokesperson for the EU stated, "The EU strongly condemns the recent attacks carried out by violent settlers in the West Bank, including against European diplomats." While acknowledging statements from some Israeli representatives condemning the attacks, the EU "expects accountability."
The French Foreign Ministry also issued a condemnation following settler attacks on Palestinians and activists involved in olive harvesting in several West Bank locations on Saturday. France urged Israeli authorities to apprehend and prosecute those responsible for the "serious attack." The ministry emphasized that Israeli authorities must take all necessary measures to end such "terrorist acts" and ensure the safety of the civilian population and diplomatic missions, as required by international law.
According to the French Foreign Ministry, among those attacked in Taybeh was the mayor of Oullins-Amour, as well as representatives from Poland and Belgium.
