On the 27th, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen condemned Israel's military actions in Gaza, which have damaged schools and other civilian infrastructure and resulted in civilian casualties, including children, during a phone call with Jordan's King Abdullah II.
In a press release issued by the European Commission on the same day, von der Leyen stated that Israel has expanded its military actions in Gaza, targeting civilian infrastructure, including a school that provided shelter to displaced Palestinian families, killing civilians, including children. This action is 'detestable.'
Von der Leyen noted that the severe blockade on Gaza by Israel has lasted for weeks, worsening the humanitarian situation. The EU strongly calls for Israel to lift the blockade.
She said that the European Commission supports Israel's security and right to self-defense, but 'this escalation of the situation and the excessive use of force against civilians cannot be justified under humanitarian law and international law.'
She reiterated the EU's position, which includes the unconditional release of all detainees, restoring the ceasefire, and providing large-scale humanitarian aid.
She stated that the EU remains committed to achieving a just, comprehensive, and lasting peace in the region based on the 'two-state solution.'
On the 26th, the Israeli military bombed a school in Gaza City that housed displaced persons, resulting in at least 30 deaths and dozens of injuries. The Israeli military also bombed a house in the Jabalia area, causing at least 19 deaths, including women and children.