Brussels blame game masks member states’ role in Gaza inaction (opens original article in a new tab)

European Union's response to Gaza crisis is hampered by internal divisions and member states' reluctance to act against Israel, despite the EU's economic leverage and potential measures like trade restrictions on settlements.

• European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen faces criticism for EU's inaction on Gaza but member states also hinder efforts
• EU has leverage through trade with Israel but internal divisions prevent decisive action
• Member states block sanctions and trade restrictions on Israeli settlements and officials
• EU institutions blame each other for delays in addressing Gaza crisis
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• tldr: European Union's response to Gaza crisis is hampered by internal divisions and member states' reluctance to act against Israel, despite the EU's economic leverage and potential measures like trade restrictions on settlements.