An Invisible Hand in Gaza’s Cage
In the intricate and deeply troubling dynamics of Gaza’s isolation, the European Union (EU) has played an integral yet underexamined role. Despite its stated mission of fostering peace and ensuring human rights, the EU’s involvement in the Rafah border arrangements has inadvertently empowered Israel to maintain a tight grip on Gaza’s access to the outside world. This is a sobering reality in 2024, as Gaza continues to face staggering levels of humanitarian crisis.
