Live Update 
From the Liveblog of
Monday, April 14, 2025
From the Liveblog of
Monday, April 14, 2025
Israel has right to self-defense but current actions not proportionate — EU top diplomat
Add ToI as a Preferred Source on Google
European Union High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas holds a press conference during the EU's foreign affairs council at the EU headquarters in Brussels on February 24, 2025. (JOHN THYS / AFP)
Israel has the right to defend itself, but its current actions go beyond proportionate self-defense, Kaja Kallas, the European Union’s top diplomat, tells reporters.
Earlier today, Kallas said Europe was stepping up its support for the Palestinians, with a plan to provide €1.6 billion ($1.8 billion) until 2027 to “help stabilize the West Bank and Gaza.”
“The EU will invest in essential infrastructure while delivering humanitarian aid and support for refugees, she said on X.
If you’d like to comment, join
The Times of Israel Community.
The Times of Israel Community.
JOIN THE TOI COMMUNITY
Already a member? Log in here