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European Nations Condemn Israel's Restrictive Legislation on Gaza Aid

1/6/2026

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Ireland and six other European nations, including Iceland, Luxembourg, and Spain, condemned new Israeli legislation restricting water and electricity to UNRWA facilities.
The measure, passed by the Israeli Knesset, prompted calls to allow international NGOs to operate in Gaza and to halt deregistrations.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres criticized the legislation as inconsistent with international legal standards.
A joint statement from the nations emphasizes safe humanitarian access and adherence to international humanitarian law.

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Ireland and six other European nations, including Iceland, Luxembourg, and Spain, condemned new Israeli legislation restricting water and electricity to UNRWA facilities.
The measure, passed by the Israeli Knesset, prompted calls to allow international NGOs to operate in Gaza and to halt deregistrations.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres criticized the legislation as inconsistent with international legal standards.
A joint statement from the nations emphasizes safe humanitarian access and adherence to international humanitarian law.