The European Union has begun preparatory work on sanctions against Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir for his treatment of pro-Gaza activists, though member state divisions persist over targeting individual Israeli officials.
UAE Deputy Prime Minister Sheikh Abdullah held bilateral talks with Luxembourg's Grand Duke Guillaume, discussing strengthened cooperation while addressing regional security threats including Iranian missile attacks and drone strikes targeting UAE nuclear facilities.
Grand Duke Guillaume visited Goodyear Luxembourg to celebrate its 75th birthday.
The EU unanimously sanctioned Hamas leaders and Israeli settler organizations following years of deadlock, after Hungary's leadership change ended Netanyahu supporter Viktor Orbán's veto, though stronger economic measures were shelved amid pressure from Gaza violence.
Politicians are debuting holograms at airports, sparking debate over innovation and authenticity in American politics.
Germany faces pressure to adjust its Middle East policy after failing to gain a UN Security Council seat.
EU Criticizes Ben-Gvir's Actions Against Global Sumud Flotilla Volunteers, Will There Be Sanctions?
The European Union unanimously imposed sanctions on Israeli settlers and organizations for West Bank violence, marking the first such action since October 2023, though some member states demanded stronger measures addressing settlement expansion.
The European Union unanimously agreed Monday to impose new sanctions against Hamas leaders and Israeli settlers over West Bank violence, ending years of deadlock while declining stronger economic measures.
US President Trump expressed anger at global allies for not assisting in Iran. Trump stated their assistance is no longer needed.
EU Will Not Be Neutral Mediator Between Ukraine and Russia
Italian Foreign Minister Tajani requested EU sanctions against Israeli National Security Minister Ben-Gvir after video surfaced showing him taunting over 400 Gaza-bound flotilla activists who were blindfolded and restrained, prompting renewed European calls for accountability amid widespread condemnation.
The European Union unanimously agreed Monday to sanction Hamas leaders and Israeli settlers over West Bank violence, ending years of deadlock amid Gaza pressure, though stronger economic measures were postponed.
The European Union unanimously sanctioned Hamas leaders and Israeli settler organizations in the West Bank after years of deadlock, though it rejected stronger economic measures like trade restrictions, marking a policy shift following Viktor Orbán's electoral defeat.