Gaza: Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union

The EU welcomes the announcement of an agreement on the permanent decommissioning of weapons from Hamas and other non-state armed groups, the full withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza and civilian transition in Gaza, and thanks the mediators for their tireless efforts. This is a crucial step to make sure that Hamas is disarmed and never again poses a threat to the security of Israel. We call on all parties to approve and implement the agreement without delay, and to accelerate the implementation of all provisions of UNSCR 2803, in line with relevant UN Security Council Resolutions and international law. The European Union will continue to work on the implementation of the Comprehensive Plan to End the Gaza Conflict in accordance with UNSCR 2803 including through the European Union Border Assistance Mission for the Rafah Crossing Point (EU BAM Rafah) and the European Union Police Mission for the Palestinian Territories (EUPOL COPPS), as well as on the rapid, safe and unimpeded delivery and sustained distribution of urgently needed humanitarian aid at scale and on the reconstruction and redevelopment of Gaza, in line with international law including international humanitarian law. The European Union will continue to support the Palestinian Authority, including in its reform agenda, so that it can securely take back effective control of Gaza. Coordination of the Palestinian Authority with transitional governance structures should be assured. In line with relevant UN Security Council Resolutions and the New York Declaration, the European Union reiterates its commitment to a comprehensive, just and lasting peace based on the two-state solution and is ready to contribute to the efforts towards this solution. View in browser   Press material Thursday, 06 August 2026     ● Council of the EU   06/08/2026 17:32 | Statements and remarks | Gaza: Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union   The EU welcomes the announcement of an agreement on the permanent decommissioning of weapons from Hamas and other non-state armed groups, the full withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza and civilian transition in Gaza, and thanks the mediators for their tireless efforts. This is a crucial step to make sure that Hamas is disarmed and never again poses a threat to the security of Israel. We call on all parties to approve and implement the agreement without delay, and to accelerate the implementation of all provisions of UNSCR 2803, in line with relevant UN Security Council Resolutions and international law. The European Union will continue to work on the implementation of the Comprehensive Plan to End the Gaza Conflict in accordance with UNSCR 2803 including through the European Union Border Assistance Mission for the Rafah Crossing Point (EU BAM Rafah) and the European Union Police Mission for the Palestinian Territories (EUPOL COPPS), as well as on the rapid, safe and unimpeded delivery and sustained distribution of urgently needed humanitarian aid at scale and on the reconstruction and redevelopment of Gaza, in line with international law including international humanitarian law. The European Union will continue to support the Palestinian Authority, including in its reform agenda, so that it can securely take back effective control of Gaza. Coordination of the Palestinian Authority with transitional governance structures should be assured. In line with relevant UN Security Council Resolutions and the New York Declaration, the European Union reiterates its commitment to a comprehensive, just and lasting peace based on the two-state solution and is ready to contribute to the efforts towards this solution.   Visit the website Contacts Anouar El Anouni +32 2 291 35 80 / +32 229-13580 Discover more news about the EU on the Council’s Website   Follow us on:   You received this message because you signed up for our email alerts. Unsubscribe | Manage alerts | Legal notice | Copyright | Contact us Please do not reply to this email