EU and France Condemn West Bank Attack on Diplomats

The European Union has condemned the assault on a European diplomatic delegation and Palestinian civilians during an olive harvest in the West Bank, stating that it expects Israel to take responsibility, Haaretz and The Jerusalem Post reported.

According to the reports, France joined official condemnations previously issued by Poland and Belgium, calling on Israeli authorities to arrest those responsible and bring them to justice. Belgian Foreign Minister Maxime Prévot said that the victims of the attack included Palestinian civilians, European diplomats, and a French mayor.

Further details regarding potential diplomatic measures following the incident have not yet been released.