European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced plans to seek sanctions and a partial trade suspension against Israel over its military campaign in Gaza. The EU is divided over the issue, with protests in various European cities and criticism of Brussels' perceived inaction. Von der Leyen's proposals include freezing support to Israel and targeting far-right Israeli cabinet members and West Bank settlers.

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