PM to increase pressure on Israel after offensive

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen states that the pressure on Israel must increase, describing the situation in Gaza as unacceptable. The humanitarian situation, including blocked food and medical aid, is deemed unacceptable due to the high number of affected children. She suggests that any sanctions should proceed through the EU rather than bilaterally, as proposed by The Red-Green Alliance (Enhedslisten). EU countries are considering suspending an association agreement with Israel, which allows tariff-free trade, pending Israel’s reaction. Frederiksen emphasizes that while the fight against Hamas should continue, the announced ground offensive complicates the humanitarian needs in Gaza. She advocates helping the wounded children in nearby areas rather than bringing them to Denmark, aiming for more effective aid delivery. Other government parties support exploring economic sanctions against Israel.