Bonfrisco: Clarity is needed on funds for the Palestinians!
We have witnessed a lot of confusion about funding for the Palestinians at European level. First the suspension was announced, then there was a rapid reversal. In the end the situation remains confusing and contradictory.
MEP Cinzia Bonfrisco spoke on the matter with a rich article in Il Riformista, of which we would like to present you a summary. According to the League representative, the announcement of the funds intended for the Palestinian people by European Commissioner Olivér Várhelyi has raised considerable concerns regarding the coherence and geopolitical vision of the European Union. Hamas' brutal and unjustified attack on Israel has highlighted the lack of coordination within the European Commission, putting the EU's position alongside its Western allies in crisis.
Many Europeans are engaged in the fight against authoritarianism, terrorism, violence and anti-Semitism, and the error in funding for the Palestinians is unacceptable. The destination of the funds was already the subject of requests for review by many MEPs. While recognizing the legitimate aspirations of the Palestinian people, it is crucial to prevent these funds from ending up in the hands of shady organizations such as Hamas, which does not represent these aspirations and only brings terror and violence.
The review announced by the EU is necessary, considering the huge amount committed, equal to 1.5 billion from 2014 to today. The aim is to prevent EU funding from indirectly supporting terrorist organizations that attack Israel. Transparency in the destination of funds is essential, as is coordination with European Union member states.
The discussion on funding for the Palestinian population is urgent and will have a significant impact on the relationship between the European Union and Israel. It is an important step to demonstrate strong support for Israel, a valuable partner from a commercial and ideological point of view. Europe can draw lessons from this situation, especially in view of future reforms of the Treaties and the adaptation of obsolete mechanisms.
The position of closeness to Israel is underlined by the secretary of the League, Matteo Salvini, and should be followed up with concrete actions. It is essential that Europe concretely demonstrates its support for Israel in these crucial moments: We stand with Israel, we are with Israel.
A strong position that will certainly have its weight in parliament in Brussels. We will follow its developments in the next few days.
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