EU Considers Israel an Apartheid State Under New Death Penalty Law

European Parliament Member Calls for Reevaluation of EU-Israel Relations

A member of the European Parliament has stated that Israel’s recent decision to reinstate the death penalty exclusively for Palestinians has strengthened the argument for the EU to reassess its relationship with the country.

Pernando Barrena, a member of the European Parliament, made this statement in response to Israel’s move. The decision to impose the death penalty only on Palestinians has been met with criticism from human rights groups and some European officials.

According to reports, Israel had previously abolished the death penalty for all crimes, but has now reinstated it specifically for Palestinian suspects. This move has sparked concerns about the fairness and impartiality of the Israeli justice system.

Barrena’s comments suggest that this development may lead to a reevaluation of EU-Israel relations. The European Parliament has previously expressed concern about human rights issues in Israel, including the treatment of Palestinians.

The EU has maintained diplomatic ties with Israel despite these concerns. However, some officials have called for greater scrutiny of the country’s actions and policies.

It is unclear at this time what specific steps the EU may take in response to Israel’s decision. The European Parliament will likely continue to monitor the situation and consider potential actions.

For now, Barrena’s statement highlights the ongoing debate about EU-Israel relations and the need for greater transparency and accountability from the Israeli government.

Source: Al Jazeera