Criticism of Israeli Plans Regarding Gaza from the International Community
Israel has announced its intention to call up reservists for a potential invasion and occupation of Gaza City, under the military operation named "Gideon's Chariots II" as of August 20, 2025. The international community has responded with a mix of calls for restraint, humanitarian concerns, and diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions.
Partners have urged the international community to work towards a lasting ceasefire and provide humanitarian aid for the needy population in the Gaza Strip. They have also demanded the immediate release of hostages from the Islamic Hamas. Germany has suspended arms exports that could be used in the Gaza conflict.
The United Arab Emirates has called for de-escalating measures and warned against the spread of violence, tensions, and instability throughout the region. The EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and EU Council President António Costa have urged Israel to reconsider its decision to seize Gaza.
Germany, Britain, Italy, New Zealand, and Australia have rejected Israel's plans to seize Gaza, stating that the offensive would exacerbate the humanitarian situation, endanger lives, and potentially violate international humanitarian law. The UN Secretary-General António Guterres has warned of a "dangerous escalation".
The UN Security Council will hold an emergency meeting on the matter on Sunday. Qatar, a key mediator in the region, has condemned Israel's plans to seize Gaza, stating that it poses a dangerous escalation and threatens to worsen the humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip. The Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs believes that Israel's planned offensive undermines efforts to achieve a lasting ceasefire.
The decision has drawn international criticism from allies in Europe and key mediators in the region. The Palestinian Authority (PA) should play a central role in any future Gaza Strip government, according to the joint statement. However, Israel opposes the PA playing a central role in any future Gaza Strip government.
The joint statement also suggests that a two-state solution is the only way to achieve lasting peace between Israelis and Palestinians. Dutch Foreign Minister Caspar Veldkamp stated that Netanyahu's government is losing Europe's support. Qatar plays a key role in indirect negotiations between Israel and the Islamic Hamas.
The international community continues to monitor the situation closely and advocate for peaceful resolution to the conflict in Gaza. The potential invasion and occupation of Gaza City under "Gideon's Chariots II" remains a contentious issue with significant implications for regional stability and humanitarian concerns.
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