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Barnama
15 hours ago
- Politics
- Barnama
Nine EU Countries Urge European Commission To Review Legality Of Trade Linked To Israeli Settlements
BRUSSELS, June 20 (Bernama-WAFA) -- Nine European Union member states have called on the European Commission to examine whether trade involving goods and services produced in Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territory is consistent with international law. According to Palestine News and Info Agency (WAFA) the joint appeal was announced by Belgian Foreign Minister Maxime Prévot in a post on X. The countries backing the initiative are Belgium, Finland, Ireland, Luxembourg, Poland, Portugal, Slovenia, Spain, and Sweden. Prévot stated that the request aligns with the advisory opinion issued by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on July 19, 2024. The ICJ opinion emphasised that international actors must avoid engagement in trade that contributes to the perpetuation of the unlawful situation created by Israel's settlement activities in occupied Palestinian land.
Malaysiakini
15 hours ago
- Business
- Malaysiakini
Nine EU countries urge review on trade linked to Israeli settlements
Nine European Union member states have called on the European Commission to examine whether trade involving goods and services produced in Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territory is consistent with international law. According to Palestine News and Info Agency (Wafa) the joint appeal was announced by Belgian Foreign Minister Maxime Prévot in a post on X. The countries backing the initiative are Belgium, Finland, Ireland, Luxembourg, Poland, Portugal, Slovenia, Spain, and Sweden.
Zawya
05-06-2025
- Politics
- Zawya
Belgium's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Visits Museum of the Future
Dubai: The Museum of the Future welcomed Maxime Prévot, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, European Affairs and Development Cooperation in the Kingdom of Belgium, during his official visit to the United Arab Emirates, accompanied by a high-level delegation. During his visit, the Deputy Prime Minister was accompanied by the Executive Director of the Museum of the Future, Majed Al Mansoori. He explored the museum's immersive experiences and distinctive architectural design, as well as its diverse facilities and cutting-edge innovations that demonstrate the transformative role of technology in shaping a better future for humanity across various sectors. He was also introduced to the museum's ongoing efforts in fostering global dialogue around the future of societies, further enhancing cross-cultural understanding. The tour also shed light on the museum's hosting of global forums and events that highlight the key challenges and emerging opportunities facing humanity in a variety of different fields.
Days of Palestine
22-05-2025
- Politics
- Days of Palestine
Belgium: 17 European Countries Considering Sanctions Against Israel
DaysofPal – Belgian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Maxime Prévot has revealed that 17 European countries are actively considering imposing sanctions on Israel, with a majority reportedly supporting punitive measures in response to its actions in Gaza. In an interview with Al Jazeera today, Prévot declared: 'It is unacceptable to see women and children dying of hunger and thirst in Gaza,' calling for urgent international action 'at any cost' to lift the Israeli siege. He also confirmed that Belgium is studying the feasibility of establishing an airlift to deliver humanitarian aid into Gaza, where the humanitarian situation continues to deteriorate rapidly. Aid Blockade: Israel Halts Humanitarian Deliveries for Third Consecutive Day The Gaza Government Media Office announced today that the Israeli occupation continues to block the entry of humanitarian aid trucks into the Gaza Strip for the third straight day, in clear violation of previous commitments. In a statement sent to Sand News Agency, the media office asserted: 'The occupation has stopped the entry of aid it had previously committed to allow since Monday, without any legal or humanitarian justification.' The office warned of a dramatic collapse in health and living conditions, as food, water, medicine, and fuel supplies run dangerously low, intensifying the risk of a full-scale humanitarian disaster. Israeli Gunfire Targets Diplomatic Delegation in Jenin Addressing the attack on a diplomatic delegation in Jenin earlier today, Prévot stated: 'We were deeply shocked to learn that Israel opened fire on diplomats.' The delegation, which included diplomats from 22 Arab and foreign nations, was visiting the Jenin refugee camp to observe the situation on the ground when Israeli forces opened fire, reportedly without provocation. The incident has sparked widespread condemnation from Palestinian, Arab, and international officials, who view the attack as a dangerous escalation and violation of diplomatic norms. Shortlink for this post:
Middle East
21-05-2025
- Politics
- Middle East
OPEN// FM says Egypt committed to enhancing EU-AU partnership
CAIRO, May 20 (MENA) - Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty said on Tuesday Egypt is committed to enhancing the African Union-European Union partnership in the different domains and promoting bilateral cooperation with African and European partners to serve mutual interests. The top diplomat gave the remarks during a series of meetings he held on the sidelines of his visit to Brussels, where he participated in an event hosted by Belgian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Maxime Prévot. The event was held under the patronage of EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas and Angola's Foreign Minister Téte António, who chairs the AU Executive Council, on the occasion of the third AU-EU ministerial meeting. Abdelatty met with several foreign ministers and senior officials from Europe and Africa, including counterparts from Belgium, Cyprus, Romania, Austria, Nigeria, Tunisia, and Algeria. He also held talks with the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, the EU's top foreign policy chief, and the EU Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa. (MENA) S R E
