Europa-Parlamentets beslutninger
The despicable terrorist attacks by Hamas against Israel
European Parliament resolution of 19 October 2023 on the despicable terrorist attacks by Hamas against Israel, Israel's right to defend itself in line with humanitarian and international law and the humanitarian situation in Gaza.
The resolution was adopted with 500 votes in favour, 21 against and 24 abstentions.
From the EP Press release (full text in the link below):
[...] MEPs strongly condemn the brutal attacks, express their support to Israel and its people and underline the need to "eliminate the terrorist organisation Hamas". They also call for the immediate release of all hostages kidnapped by Hamas and recognise Israel's right to self-defence "as enshrined in and constrained by international law". As such, any actions by Israel must strictly comply with international humanitarian law [...]
The resolution was adopted with 500 votes in favour, 21 against and 24 abstentions.
From the EP Press release (full text in the link below):
[...] MEPs strongly condemn the brutal attacks, express their support to Israel and its people and underline the need to "eliminate the terrorist organisation Hamas". They also call for the immediate release of all hostages kidnapped by Hamas and recognise Israel's right to self-defence "as enshrined in and constrained by international law". As such, any actions by Israel must strictly comply with international humanitarian law [...]
A new agenda for the Mediterranean
Combating anti-semitism, 1 June 2017
The European Parliament adopted on 1 June 2017 a resolution on combatting anti-Semitism.
Among other things, Parliament:
Among other things, Parliament:
- Stresses that hate speech and all kinds of violence against European Jewish citizens are incompatible with the values of the European Union;
- Calls on the Member States and the Union institutions and agencies to adopt and apply the working definition of anti-Semitism employed by the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) in order to support the judicial and law enforcement authorities in their efforts to identify and prosecute anti-Semitic attacks more efficiently and effectively, and encourages Member States to follow the example of the UK and Austria;
- Calls on the Member States to take all necessary steps to actively contribute to ensuring the security of their Jewish citizens and Jewish religious, educational and cultural premises, in close consultation and dialogue with Jewish communities, civil society organisations, and anti-discrimination NGOs.
Achieving the two-state solution in the Middle East, 18 May 2017
The European Parliament adopted a resolution on achieving the two-state solution in the Middle East.
The text adopted in plenary was tabled by the EPP, S&D, ECR, ALDE and Greens/EFA and other groups.
Parliament reiterated its strong support for the two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict on the basis of the 1967 borders, with Jerusalem as the capital of both states, with the secure State of Israel and an independent, democratic, contiguous and viable Palestinian State living side by side in peace and security.
Members condemned all acts of violence, acts of terrorism against Israelis and hate speech in order to rebuild confidence and to avoid escalation that will further undermine the prospects for peace.
Stressing that settlements are illegal under international law, Parliament condemned the continuation of, Members called on the Israeli authorities to immediately halt and reverse, the settlement policy.
The text adopted in plenary was tabled by the EPP, S&D, ECR, ALDE and Greens/EFA and other groups.
Parliament reiterated its strong support for the two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict on the basis of the 1967 borders, with Jerusalem as the capital of both states, with the secure State of Israel and an independent, democratic, contiguous and viable Palestinian State living side by side in peace and security.
Members condemned all acts of violence, acts of terrorism against Israelis and hate speech in order to rebuild confidence and to avoid escalation that will further undermine the prospects for peace.
Stressing that settlements are illegal under international law, Parliament condemned the continuation of, Members called on the Israeli authorities to immediately halt and reverse, the settlement policy.
The EU's role in the Middle East peace process, 10 September. 2015
The European Parliament adopted by 525 votes to 70, with 31 abstentions, a resolution on the EU's role in the Middle East peace process.
The text adopted in plenary was tabled by the EPP, S&D, ECR, ALDE, GUE/NGL, Greens/EFA groups.
Deeply concerned at the persisting stalemate in the Middle East peace process, Parliament called for the resumption of credible peace efforts without delay whilst underlining the fact that any lasting solution to the conflict can only be achieved in a regional context with the involvement of all relevant regional stakeholders and the support of the international community.
Members called on both Israelis and Palestinians to avoid steps which could spark further escalation, which could prejudge the outcome of negotiations.
Parliament reiterated its strong support for the two-state solution on the basis of the 1967 borders, with mutually agreed land swaps and Jerusalem as the capital of both states.
The text adopted in plenary was tabled by the EPP, S&D, ECR, ALDE, GUE/NGL, Greens/EFA groups.
Deeply concerned at the persisting stalemate in the Middle East peace process, Parliament called for the resumption of credible peace efforts without delay whilst underlining the fact that any lasting solution to the conflict can only be achieved in a regional context with the involvement of all relevant regional stakeholders and the support of the international community.
Members called on both Israelis and Palestinians to avoid steps which could spark further escalation, which could prejudge the outcome of negotiations.
Parliament reiterated its strong support for the two-state solution on the basis of the 1967 borders, with mutually agreed land swaps and Jerusalem as the capital of both states.
Security challenges in the MENA region/prospects for political stability, 9 July 2015
The European Parliament adopted by 400 votes to 98 with 86 abstentions a resolution on the security challenges in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region and the prospects for political stability.
Parliament called on the EU and its Member States to address the root causes of the deteriorating situation in the MENA region through a holistic, ambitious approach.
It welcomed actions taken by the EU Member States participating in the international coalition against ISIS, whether in the form of military strikes or through logistical, financial and humanitarian participation. However, it called for increased mobilisation in all spheres, with better-articulated actions, which could be coordinated as part of a Common Security and Defence (CSDP) operation.
Parliament called on the EU to develop operational capacity and to put in place a true common European defence. It deplored the fact that CSDP operations deployed were too small and out of step with the region's security challenges.
Parliament called on the EU and its Member States to address the root causes of the deteriorating situation in the MENA region through a holistic, ambitious approach.
It welcomed actions taken by the EU Member States participating in the international coalition against ISIS, whether in the form of military strikes or through logistical, financial and humanitarian participation. However, it called for increased mobilisation in all spheres, with better-articulated actions, which could be coordinated as part of a Common Security and Defence (CSDP) operation.
Parliament called on the EU to develop operational capacity and to put in place a true common European defence. It deplored the fact that CSDP operations deployed were too small and out of step with the region's security challenges.
Security and human trafficking in Sinai, 13 March 2014
The European Parliament adopted by 52 votes to 0 with 1 abstention a resolution on security and human trafficking in Sinai. The resolution was tabled by the EPP, S&D, ALDE, Greens/EFA, and ECR groups.
Parliament condemned the recent terrorist attacks against security forces and civilians in Sinai, and expressed its deep concern regarding the reported cases of human trafficking there, noting that thousands of people had been kidnapped in eastern Sudan, taken to Egypt and tortured in Sinai, more than 4 000 of whom have died since the beginning of 2008. It was believed that around 1 000 African refugees are currently being held in captivity.
Members stressed the responsibility of the Egyptian and Israeli governments to combat human trafficking in this area. Noting that the Egyptian interim Government seemed unable to bring the security crisis in Sinai under control, Parliament called for intensified efforts. It also underlined the importance of coordinated regional action.
Parliament condemned the recent terrorist attacks against security forces and civilians in Sinai, and expressed its deep concern regarding the reported cases of human trafficking there, noting that thousands of people had been kidnapped in eastern Sudan, taken to Egypt and tortured in Sinai, more than 4 000 of whom have died since the beginning of 2008. It was believed that around 1 000 African refugees are currently being held in captivity.
Members stressed the responsibility of the Egyptian and Israeli governments to combat human trafficking in this area. Noting that the Egyptian interim Government seemed unable to bring the security crisis in Sinai under control, Parliament called for intensified efforts. It also underlined the importance of coordinated regional action.