On Friday 16 February, the High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Josep Borrell, underlined the EU’s deep concern about the Israeli government’s plans for a possible ground operation in Rafah, where more than a million Palestinians are currently taking shelter from the fighting.
This declaration, which was initially intended to be made on behalf of the EU27, was supported by 26 Member States, but rejected by Hungary.
While recognising Israel’s...