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MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION (2024/2704(RSP))

On Iran’s unprecedented attack against Israel, the need for de-escalation and an EU response

B-9-2024-0239

on behalf of The Left Group · Rapporteur: Manu Pineda, Leila Chaibi, Marina Mesure

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This resolution addresses Iran's attack on Israel and the risk of regional escalation. It condemns attacks by both sides, calls for de-escalation and diplomacy, and urges an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. It calls for halting arms transfers to all parties, suspending the EU-Israel Association Agreement, recognizing Palestine, and supporting the JCPOA. It also condemns repression in Iran and the West Bank.

Key points

  1. Expresses deep concern about escalation risk and reiterates the UN Secretary-General's call for maximum restraint.
  2. Calls on the EU and member states to dissuade Israel and Iran from further retaliation and to prevent escalation by all means.
  3. Urges the UN Security Council, EU, and member states to take immediate action to de-escalate and avert large-scale conflict, stressing diplomacy.
  4. Condemns the Israeli attack on the Iranian consulate, Iran's aerial retaliation, and Israel's attack on Iranian soil, stating they violate international law.
  5. Stresses that retaliation is not lawful and that diplomatic premises must be inviolable.
  6. Condemns threats of Israeli attack on Rafah and war against Lebanon, rejecting any ground operation in Rafah.
  7. Reiterates call for immediate, permanent, unconditional ceasefire in Gaza and release of hostages and political prisoners.
  8. Calls on Israel to comply with ICJ order and UN resolutions, ending what has been defined as 'plausible genocide'.
  9. Calls for immediate halt of arms transfers to Israel, Iran, and all parties, noting double standards in EU sanctions.
  10. Calls for suspension of EU-Israel Association Agreement until Israel ends attacks and complies with international law.
  11. Calls for EU recognition of Palestine with 1967 borders and East Jerusalem as capital, and withdrawal from occupied territories.
  12. Condemns Iranian crackdowns on women and repression in West Bank, and supports demonstrations for ceasefire.

Who is affected

  • Israel and Iran: urged to cease retaliation and comply with international law.
  • EU and member states: called to halt arms transfers, suspend agreement with Israel, and recognize Palestine.
  • Palestinians: affected by calls for ceasefire, end of occupation, and right of return.
  • Iranian people: solidarity expressed, crackdowns condemned.
  • EU governments: criticized for limiting demonstrations and criminalizing solidarity.

Figures and deadlines

  • 13 April 2024: Iran attacked Israeli territory with 300 missiles and drones.
  • 1 April 2024: Israel attacked Iranian consulate in Damascus, killing at least 13 people.
  • 19 April 2024: Israel attacked Iranian soil.
  • 7 October 2023: Hamas attack killed 1,200 people.
  • Over 34,000 Palestinians killed, 70% women and children.
  • 85% of Gaza's 2.2 million population displaced.
  • 99% of missiles and drones shot down during Iran's attack.