The weekly meeting, in one of the smaller committee rooms this time, addresses questions about whether the cabinet has done enough to stem Israeli settlements. These reports have once again stoked discussion over whether Israel may invade Gaza and ongoing fears over the ability to supply aid while stapling over the walls.

Limited Measures, Divided Opinions
The previous week, Foreign Minister Veldkamp called the situation in Gaza "untenable and indefensible".

In retaliation, the cabinet imposed a ban on two Israeli ministers visiting and limited arms exports, plus summoned Israel's ambassador. But several opposition parties say the measures are not enough and want more to be done.

However, there has been no agreement for more extensive measures at the European level, increasing pressure on the Dutch government to act unilaterally.

A top Dutch government advisory board says under international law, the Netherlands is obligated to go further towards Israel. The Human Rights Institute (HRI) stated the above.

Nevertheless, coalition parties VVD and NSC think that it suffices for a response from the cabinet.

The spokesman of the NSC MP Issa Kahraman added, "Holland is still one of the relatively best in Europe," which he considered to be indicative enough and stressed that there was no need for a discussion. VVD member of parliament Van der Burg also stressed that only when Hamas is disarme.