EU imposes fresh sanctions on 'extremist' Israeli settlers
On Monday, the EU declared sanctions against five Israelis, specifically labeled as "extremist settlers," and three organizations for their mistreatment of Palestinians in the West Bank and refusal to allow humanitarian aid to reach Gaza.
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- Published Date: 07:05 | 15 July 2024
- Modified Date: 07:05 | 15 July 2024
The EU on Monday announced sanctions on five Israelis -- including those termed "extremist settlers" -- and three organisations for abuses against Palestinians in the West Bank and blocking humanitarian aid to Gaza.
The asset freezes and visa bans are the second round of sanctions from the 27-nation bloc targeting violent Israeli settlers, taking the total number of listings to 14.
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