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EU sanctions Israeli settlers, expands sanctions to Hamas' Politburo members

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Posted on May 28, 2026

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· Last updated: May 28, 2026

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EU Imposes Sanctions on Israeli Settlers, Expands Scope to Hamas Politburo

EU Council Announces New Sanctions and Expanded Measures

Sanctions Imposed on Israeli Entities and Individuals

BRUSSELS, May 28 (Reuters) - The EU Council on Thursday imposed sanctions on four entities and three individuals for abuses against Palestinians in West Bank, it said in a statement.

Targeted Groups and Individuals

The list includes what the EU Council called extremist Israeli settlers and organisations that support them.

Expansion of Sanctions to Hamas Politburo

In a separate statement, the Council said it would also broaden the scope of the EU's sanctions on Hamas and the Palestinian Islamic Jihad to also cover members of Hamas' Political Bureau (Politburo) who promote, defend, or justify acts of violence.

Reporting and Editorial Credits

(Reporting by Lili Bayer and Charlotte Van Campenhout;Editing by Alison Williams)

Key Takeaways

  • EU ministers broke a political deadlock—due to Hungary’s earlier veto—to sanction Israeli extremist settlers and supporting entities for ongoing West Bank abuses, using measures such as asset freezes and travel bans. (euronews.com)
  • The sanctions target specific settler groups (e.g., Regavim, HaShomer Yosh, Amana, Nachala) and reflect EU concern about violent colonisation and obstruction of aid. (theweek.com)
  • The EU also expanded its existing counter-terrorism sanctions on Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad—extending them to include Hamas Politburo members who promote, defend, or justify acts of violence. (consilium.europa.eu)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who did the EU sanction regarding the West Bank abuses?
The EU sanctioned four entities and three individuals, including extremist Israeli settlers and organizations supporting them.
What justification did the EU give for expanding sanctions on Hamas?
The EU broadened sanctions to include Hamas Politburo members who promote, defend, or justify acts of violence.
Are organizations as well as individuals targeted by the EU sanctions?
Yes, the EU sanctions list includes both organizations and individuals connected to abuses in the West Bank.
Which geographic region does the new EU sanctions decision focus on?
The decision focuses on the West Bank with respect to Israeli settlers, and extends to Hamas's leadership.

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