Iran Press/ Europe: Irish EP member Clare Daly delivered a powerful speech, asserting that Israel has lost the support of the international public due to its actions, including the killing of tens of thousands of civilians and relentless bombardment in Gaza. Daly criticized Israel for what she called "provocative" actions aimed at inciting regional conflict and accused the nation of seeking assistance from the US to evade accountability. She also drew parallels to the situation in Yemen, targeting European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and the US.
Ciaran Cuffe, an EP member with the Greens group, emphasized the need for Israel and its Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, to face consequences for violating international law. Cuffe highlighted the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where continuous Israeli bombardment hinders the delivery of essential aid and medical supplies, leading to surgeries on children being conducted without anesthesia. Finnish EP member Heidi Hautala urgently called for a permanent cease-fire in Gaza, citing the impossibility of meeting basic medical needs due to Israel's bombings. Hautala stressed the significance of a thorough investigation by ICJ into allegations of Israeli violations of the Genocide Convention. She called on the EU to support South Africa's case and demand Israel's compliance with any interim measures imposed by the court.
Portuguese Socialist EP member Pedro Marques brought attention to the staggering death toll in Gaza, with 70% of victims being women and children. Marques emphasized holding those responsible for violations of international law and war crimes accountable.
French EP member Manon Aubry underscored supporting South Africa's case at ICJ and labeled Israel's actions as "genocidal." She called for the suspension of partnership agreements with Israel and a halt to arms exports, urging an end to complicity.
Greek EP member Kostas Papadakis expressed support for South Africa's ICJ case, describing ongoing attacks in Gaza as "genocide."
Swedish EP member Abir Al-Sahlani drew attention to the devastating impact on children in Gaza and emphasized collective action needed to stop being complicit in the face of such atrocities.
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