Gaza occupation plan criticized by Dutch and Scottish ministers as ‘wrong move’
Scottish First Minister John Swinney and Dutch Foreign Minister Kasper Veldkamp have condemned Israel’s decision to expand its occupation in the Gaza Strip. Swinney called on the international community to hold Israel accountable, while Veldkamp described the plan as “a wrong move.” The ministers’ criticism reflects growing concerns over Israel’s military campaign and its impact on civilians in Gaza.
In a post on X following the approval of full-scale occupation of Gaza by Israel’s mini-war cabineta, Swinney stated:
– “The Israeli government’s decision to seize Gaza is utterly unacceptable. This will exacerbate Palestinian humanitarian suffering and escalate conflict.”
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In a statement posted on X, Veldkamp emphasized:
– “The Netanyahu government’s plan to escalate operations in Gaza is misguided.”
– “Gaza’s humanitarian situation is catastrophic and requires immediate improvement.”
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– Israel’s occupation plan does nothing to alleviate Gaza’s humanitarian disaster or facilitate prisoner returns.
– The statement reflects growing European dissent against Israel’s U.S.-backed military campaign.
– “The international community must rein in Israel and enforce a ceasefire.” (Source: Palestinian official news agency)
With U.S. and European support, Israel’s army has committed genocidal crimes in Gaza since October 7, 2023, resulting in:
– 61,258+ Palestinian civilians martyred (mostly women/children)
– 152,045+ injured (as of Thursday)
– Thousands still trapped under rubble, unreachable by rescuers.
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