Foreign Minister Caspar Veldkamp's recent request to EU foreign affairs chief Kaja Kallas has caused a rift within the Dutch Cabinet. Veldkamp asked for an investigation into Israel's adherence to the human rights conditions of the association agreement between Israel and the European Union. His letter, accusing Israel of blocking humanitarian aid to Gaza for weeks, has sparked anger within the coalition party PVV, who were not informed about the letter in advance.
6 months Ago
Letter Accusing Israel of Human Rights Violations
In his letter to Kallas, Veldkamp raised concerns about Israel's failure to respect human rights and democratic principles, specifically the block on humanitarian aid entering Gaza.
These principles are part of the EU-Israel association agreement. Veldkamp now wants the EU to investigate whether Israel is violating these conditions.
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