Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad: EU Council establishes dedicated sanctions framework and lists six individuals
The Council established a dedicated framework of restrictive measures that will allow the European Union to hold accountable any individual or entity who supports, facilitates or enables violent actions by Hamas and the Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ).
The Decision was taken in view of the gravity of the recent attacks against Israel and the need to fight against violent actions that threaten peace and international security, and aims at preventing such violent actions by Hamas and PIJ in the future. The new regime also complements the restrictive measures previously adopted against Hamas and the PIJ.
Under the new regime, the EU may target those who support, materially or financially, Hamas or the PIJ. It may also target those who participate in the planning, preparation or enabling of violent actions by Hamas or the PIJ.
In addition, for the first time, the EU will also be able to target persons or entities providing support to those facilitating or enabling violent action by Hamas and the PIJ; in other words, the sponsors of those who sponsor the two terrorist organizations.
The Council also decided to list six individuals of different nationalities responsible for providing financial support to Hamas. Those listed under the sanction’s regime are subject to an asset freeze. The provision of funds or economic resources, directly or indirectly, to them or for their benefit is prohibited. Additionally, a travel ban to the EU applies to the natural persons listed.
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