Why is Israel now facing pressure from some of its Western allies?
aljazeera.comPublished: 5/26/2025
Summary
The Madrid Group, led by Spain, convened in Spain's capital to pressure Israel to halt the Gaza assault, with nations imposing sanctions and an arms embargo against Israel. The EU is reviewing its trade agreement with Israel, while other countries like the UK, Canada, and France are threatening punitive measures. Questions remain about the timing of these actions and whether they address real ground changes needed for Palestinian rights.