EU pushes for two-state solution for Israel and Palestine

EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas will attend a meeting of the Global Alliance on the Two-State Solution next week, where Saudi Arabia, France and Norway will also be represented Spokesperson for EU Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Anouar El Anouni said at a briefing in Brussels, Report informs.

The alliance, which already includes more than 100 countries and international organizations, plans to adopt a statement in support of a two-state solution to the Palestinian problem.

As the European Commission emphasized, Brussels intends to actively participate in these efforts in order to preserve the "prospect for peace."

Anouni once again recalled that the EU has consistently supported the creation of an independent Palestinian state next to Israel with Jerusalem as a common capital. As is known, in recent days this has become especially relevant against the backdrop of the UN General Assembly resolution adopted in New York, where, among other things, the majority of EU countries (25 out of 27) spoke out in favor of recognizing Palestine.

At the same time, the EU is increasing diplomatic pressure on Israel, calling for it to refrain from further offensive in Gaza, Anouni noted. He stressed that further military operations would only lead to more destruction, casualties and a worsening humanitarian catastrophe, and would also endanger the lives of hostages, as Brussels has warned.

The European Commission clearly states that the cycle of violence and suffering must be interrupted immediately, Anouni said. While refusing to comment on the possible transfer of Palestinians to Egypt, he recalled that the Gaza Strip is an integral part of the future Palestinian state. At the same time, Brussels is negotiating with Cairo, considering Egypt a key mediator in the settlement.

Amid reports of famine and a lack of aid in Gaza, the EU once again emphasized that it is the largest donor of humanitarian support to Palestine, and aid programs worth 1.6 billion euros have already been signed for 2025-2027. However, as the commission acknowledges, this is not enough given the scale of the disaster. The European Union insists that Israel has to comply with international humanitarian law and protect civilians.