EU Urged to Rethink Trade Ties with Israel

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, alongside Ireland, called on EU countries to consider suspending the free trade agreement with Israel due to concerns over its actions in Gaza and Lebanon, which may violate the human rights clause of the EU-Israel Association Agreement.

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has called on European Union members to reconsider the bloc's free trade agreement with Israel. This comes amid concerns over Israel's recent actions in Gaza and Lebanon.

Both Spain and Ireland have been engaging in discussions with other EU countries, questioning whether Israel's actions breach the human rights clauses outlined within the EU-Israel Association Agreement.

The move highlights growing tensions within the EU about maintaining economic agreements with Israel while addressing human rights issues.

(With inputs from agencies.)