Spain, Ireland, Slovenia Push to Halt EU-Israel Ties
EU rejected suspension of EU-Israel Association Agreement. Spain, Ireland, Slovenia sought to suspend agreement over Israel's alleged breaches. Israel breached Article 2 of 1995 agreement via Gaza crises and Knesset death penalty law. Full suspension requires unanimous EU approval; partial needs 55% of states and 65% population. Kaja Kallas denied support for agreement suspension. German and Italian ministers urged critical dialogue with Israel. France and Sweden aim to restrict settlements, potentially leading to sanctions post-Hungarian government change