According to draft conclusions for the summit on Thursday 17 October, the twenty-seven heads of state or government of the countries of the European Union are expected to express their deep concern at the military escalation in the Middle East and the risks this poses for the entire region.
Meeting at the European Council in Brussels, the leaders are expected once again to stress the urgency of a ceasefire in Gaza, the unconditional release of Israeli hostages and humanitarian access, and...