Slovenia Blocks EU Statement Against Israeli Settlement Plans, Signaling Shift in Relations
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First reported by Behadrei Haredim · 9 hours ago
What happened
Slovenia vetoed an EU statement condemning Israeli settlement plans in East Jerusalem and the West Bank, marking a significant shift in its EU relations and signaling potential new support for Israel within the bloc. This move followed diplomatic efforts by Israel and coincides with plans to open an Israeli embassy in Slovenia. Despite ongoing EU criticism of Israel, Slovenia’s stance indicates a willingness to oppose EU consensus on Israel-related issues.
- 01Slovenia vetoed an EU joint statement condemning Israeli construction in E1, East Jerusalem, and West Bank.
- 02Czechia joined Slovenia in blocking the statement, continuing its history of opposing anti-Israel EU initiatives.
- 03Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar conducted marathon talks with Slovenia, Czechia, and others before the veto.
- 04The EU statement was modified to include Israeli efforts to prosecute violent settlers under pressure from Slovenia and Czechia.
- 05Slovenia’s new government shows a rapid policy shift since June 2026, compared to its predecessor.
- 06Israel plans to open its first embassy in Slovenia in mid-September, with Sa'ar expected to attend.
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