Italian MEP cancels Israel visit over annexation law

Italian MEP Lucia Annunziata announced she will not join an upcoming European Parliament delegation to Israel due to the recent approval of a law to annex the West Bank, stating that this reflects the Israeli Parliament’s unwillingness to pursue peace. The legislation, which passed its first reading and requires further approvals, has drawn condemnation from 15 countries and international organizations, undermining the prospect of a two-state solution.

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