Former MEP condemns hypocritical EU for being “totally complicit” in Gaza genocide – NaturalNews.com

• Mick Wallace, a former Irish member of the European Parliament, launched a scathing attack on the European Union (EU) for its unwavering support of Israel amidst the escalating conflict in Gaza. He accused Brussels of being “totally complicit” in what he describes as Israel’s “genocide” in the region.
• Wallace criticized the EU’s leaders, particularly European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Parliament President Roberta Metsola, for granting Israel a “blank check” and not publicly condemning its actions.
• He accused EU leaders of ignoring civilian deaths and disregarding international law, highlighting the hypocrisy of condemning the starvation of Palestinians while supporting Israel’s military campaign.
• Wallace expressed disdain for the EU’s response to reports of human rights violations by Israel, suggesting that Israel has undue influence over the EU.
• The scale of death and destruction in Gaza, along with violence in the West Bank, is shifting public opinion across the EU, posing a threat to Israel’s traditionally strong ties with Europe. The EU is considering using its economic leverage to pressure Israel, with the Netherlands leading a call for a review of Israel’s human rights obligations under the EU-Israel Association Agreement.

Mick Wallace, a former member of the European Parliament for Ireland, has accused Brussels of being “totally complicit” in what he describes as Israel’s genocide in Gaza.

In an interview, Wallace condemned the European Union’s unwavering support for Israel, arguing that it has ignored civilian deaths and blatantly disregarded international law. His comments come amid a backdrop of escalating violence and a humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where the Hamas-run Health Ministry reports that Israeli forces have killed at least 57,000 people, mostly civilians, over the past 21 months.

The conflict began with Hamas’ assault on southern Israel in October 2023, which resulted in the deaths of around 1,200 people and the taking of 250 hostages. Of this number, 50 remain in Gaza.

Wallace singled out European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Parliament President Roberta Metsola for criticism. He accused the two of granting Tel Aviv a “blank check” in the aftermath of the Oct. 7 attacks. He noted that neither leader has publicly criticized Israel’s actions, despite the mounting death toll and widespread destruction.

When asked about an EU External Action Service review suggesting Israel may have violated human rights, Wallace dismissed the prospect of any meaningful response, stating that “Israel has them in their pocket.” He pointed to the staggering number of Palestinian casualties, including tens of thousands of children, as evidence of the EU’s failure to uphold international law.

Wallace also highlighted the EU’s hypocrisy in condemning the starvation of Palestinians while simultaneously supporting Israel’s military campaign. He questioned the logic of allowing the constant bombings, while the EU also condemns the starvation of the group. (Related: UN official: Gaza’s humanitarian collapse pushing civilians “back to pre-civilization” amid Israeli campaign.)

Israel’s relationship with Brussels at risk

Wallace accused EU leaders of having “no morals” and of not prioritizing international law. Additionally, he criticized EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, suggesting that her proposed formal response to Israel’s actions was inadequate. Wallace even quipped that Kallas wouldn’t be able to get a job in a coffee shop because “she hasn’t a clue.”

The EU’s association agreement with Israel includes a human rights clause, but Wallace argued that it has no real effect. He explained that there was yet a single member state to end “business links with Israel yet.” Wallace added that the “hypocrisy is dripping out of the place.”

Lastly, Wallace criticized Germany, Israel’s top EU arms supplier. He warned that he “would hold every EU member state culpable” because the genocide in Palestine is happening because of support from both the U.S. and Europe.

The scale of death and destruction in Gaza, coupled with the violence of settlers in the West Bank, has begun to shift public opinion across the EU. This shift poses a significant threat to Israel’s traditionally strong ties with Europe.

Despite geographical proximity and economic interdependence, Israel’s relationship with the EU has been characterized by a lack of political leverage. One Western diplomat has noted that geography doesn’t change, and “not having any partners apart from the United Arab Emirates in the region means Europe will always be the gateway.”

However, the EU’s historical divisions over policy on Israel have often undermined its ability to exert influence. Critics of Israel’s illegal settlements and its war in Gaza have frequently been outvoted by member states like Germany and Austria that have historical ties to Israel and newer members like Hungary, which share a nationalist vision.

Economic leverage and potential sanctions

The EU is now considering using its economic leverage to pressure Israel to change its policies. Last month, the Netherlands, traditionally one of Israel’s staunchest European allies, requested an urgent review of whether Israel had breached human rights obligations under the EU-Israel Association Agreement.

This request was backed by 17 EU member states, indicating a growing consensus for action.

The EU’s foreign policy service found “indications” of rights violations, with the issue to be discussed by foreign ministers. While the agreement cannot be suspended without a unanimous vote, individual components can be paused with the backing of a “qualified” majority of member states.

Several European governments are calling for measures ranging from cutting off Israel’s tariff-free access to markets to halting Israeli tourists’ visa-free travel. The trade relationship is unbalanced, giving Europe room to inflict more pain than it would suffer through such actions.

Public pressure is also mounting within Europe, with a majority of Europeans demanding more than just words from their governments. Even in Germany, three out of four people across the political spectrum support suspending arms sales to Israel.

Josep Borrell, the former EU policy chief, emphasized the importance of the EU being a “community of values” because it is “the EU’s greatest lever,” but that it is losing it due to inconsistency.

As the situation in Gaza continues to deteriorate, the EU faces a critical moment in its relationship with Israel. The question remains whether the bloc will take concrete action to uphold its values and principles or continue to prioritize economic and political ties over human rights and international law.

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