European Countries Condemn Zionist Measures Expanding Control in Occupied West Bank
European countries have condemned recent measures adopted by the Zionist entity that deepen its control over the occupied West Bank, warning that the steps undermine international law and threaten prospects for a two-state solution. The European Union, along with France, Germany, the United Kingdom, Spain and Belgium, criticized the Zionist approval of measures aimed at altering the legal and civil framework in the territory.
European officials argued that such moves risk changing the geographic and demographic realities in the territory and could heighten tensions in the region.
European Commission spokesperson Anouar El Anouni said the EU condemns the decisions, describing them as “another step in the wrong direction” at a time when the international community is working to implement the second phase of a comprehensive plan for Gaza. Germany’s Foreign Ministry stated that the measures violate the Zionist entity’s obligations under international law and represent an obstacle to a two-state solution, while the United Kingdom called any unilateral attempt to alter Palestine’s status unacceptable and urged Israel to reverse the decisions.
Spain’s Foreign Ministry said the measures undermine the territorial and political unity of a Palestinian state based on the 1967 borders, and France warned they weaken ongoing peace efforts and risk fueling tensions. Switzerland also condemned the measures, stressing that Zionist settlement activities are illegal under international law. Belgian Foreign Minister Maxime Prevot said the decisions contradict international law, UN Security Council Resolution 2334 and the advisory opinion of the International Court of Justice, while Dutch Foreign Minister David van Weel urged the Zionist entity not to implement the measures, warning they increase tensions amid international efforts to promote peace and stability.
