EU Urges Israel to Fully Implement Gaza Aid Agreement Amid Humanitarian Concerns

The European Union has expressed concerns that Israel is not fully implementing an agreement to ease humanitarian aid access into Gaza, despite some positive developments such as trucks being allowed entry. EU aid chief Hadja Lahbib and EU chief diplomat Kaja Kallas emphasized that the current level of aid delivery remains insufficient to address the catastrophic humanitarian situation in Gaza. The agreement includes provisions for increased food and fuel deliveries, opening border crossings, and repairing essential infrastructure, but full compliance by Israel has yet to be seen. EU officials continue to press for clearer statistics on aid distribution and more comprehensive adherence to the agreement to ensure effective support for the besieged population. The EU is also considering a new humanitarian aid deal with Israel, while member states have increased pressure on Israel over human rights concerns tied to the ongoing conflict triggered by the October 2023 Hamas attack. These developments are being discussed ahead of EU foreign ministers' meetings in Brussels, alongside broader geopolitical issues.