In an interview with POLITICO, the European Commissioner for Crisis Management, Hadja Lahbib, expressed doubts regarding the Israeli Prime Minister, emphasizing that the suffering of Palestinians in Gaza is far from over. She criticized the Israeli leader's statements, noting that he opposed the two-state solution. Lahbib insisted on the need for a ceasefire and urgent aid for Palestinians, suggesting that they might need an inspired leader, like Marwan Barghouti.
Regarding the allegations of genocide, the commissioner avoided a direct answer, stating that only a court can decide, but mentioned a UN investigation that identified possible acts of genocide. Lahbib concluded that the situation in Gaza is inhumane and requires a humanitarian response.