The EU foreign policy chief says the bloc cannot continue normally its cooperation with Israel in the wake of the current situation in the Gaza Strip.

Ther EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell posted a message on X.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has managed to retain her position. Yet, she faces intense scrutiny for her policies, including funding Ukraine amid EU financial hardships and accusations of double standards.

“It is time for Europe to build a true European Defense Union,” von der Leyen wrote on X.

EU foreign policy Chief Josep Borrell expresses his "utter dismay" at the plight facing Palestinians, but again stops short of indicating any sanction against the Israeli regime.

Josep Borrell said the "constant rise of the number of civilian casualties… is unbearable."

The new European Parliament is scheduled to hold its first session next week and its composition is poised to create major headaches for the political establishment.