Leaders of the 27 countries that make up the European Union will
meet in Brussels on Thursday and Friday, in what is called a
European Council, and the situation in the Middle East will be
high on their agenda.
"The European Council supports the call of UNSG Guterres for a
humanitarian pause in order to allow for safe humanitarian
access and aid to reach those in need," the draft conclusiions
of the summit showed.
"The European Union will work closely with partners in the
region to protect civilians, support those who are trying to get
to safety or provide assistance, and facilitate access to food,
water, medical care, fuel and shelter. It reiterates the need
for the immediate release of all hostages without any
precondition," said the draft, seen by Reuters.
(Reporting by Jan Strupczewski)
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