European Union foreign ministers delivered a unified message this weekend: the U.S. should reverse its controversial visa restrictions targeting Palestinian officials ahead of the UN General Assembly. 🕊️ The diplomatic drama unfolded during an emergency meeting in Copenhagen, where leaders also grappled with Gaza's worsening humanitarian crisis.
Visa Ban Sparks Diplomatic Tensions
The U.S. State Department confirmed Friday it would deny entry to members of Palestinian political groups, citing unspecified security protocols. But EU ministers argued this move "risks undermining diplomatic progress" in the region, according to meeting chair Lars Lokke Rasmussen.
Gaza Crisis: A Divided EU Response
While all 27 member states agreed on the urgency of Gaza's humanitarian situation 🚨, they clashed over whether to impose tougher measures against Israel. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas noted: "We share concerns about civilian suffering, but solutions require unity we haven't yet achieved."
Protesters outside the summit demanded stronger EU action, waving signs reading "Sanctions Save Lives" as police monitored the crowds. Meanwhile, analysts suggest the visa dispute could test transatlantic relations ahead of key UN climate and security talks next month. 🌐
