Hey fam, big update from Copenhagen: EU foreign ministers just urged the US to rethink its visa ban on Palestinian officials! 🇪🇺🤝🇺🇸
Here's the scoop: On Saturday, EU diplomats met to discuss the US State Dept.'s decision to deny and revoke visas for PLO and PA members ahead of the UN General Assembly. In case you're new to the terms, the PLO and PA are the main groups representing Palestinian interests.
They also dug into the worsening humanitarian situation in Gaza. While everyone agreed it's a crisis, member states couldn't agree on new sanctions against Israel. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said the gravity is clear, but no solid plan is on the table yet.
Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen, who chaired the meeting, pointed out that without stronger pressure, Israel might not change course. Outside, demonstrators in Copenhagen rallied for more action on Gaza’s humanitarian needs. 🕊️💔
What’s next? This debate shows how tricky global diplomacy can be—balancing dialogue, human rights, and political pressure. For socially conscious youth across South and Southeast Asia, it’s a reminder to stay engaged and see how these moves affect solidarity and peace efforts. 🌏✊
Share your thoughts with #EU #VisaBan #Gaza and join the convo! 🙌
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EU ministers urge U.S. to reconsider visa ban on Palestinian officials
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