The Republic of Slovenia is the first European country to prohibit the importing, exporting and transit of weapons to and from Israel

The decision follows previous announcements by the Prime Minister who clearly stated on several occasions, the last time on the margins of the European Council meeting in June, that Slovenia would act independently if the European Union could not take concrete measures by mid-June.

Due to internal disagreements and divisions, the European Union is currently unable to complete this task.

The result is disgraceful: People in Gaza are dying because humanitarian aid is being systematically blocked. They are dying under the rubble, without access to drinking water, food and basic medical care. What is happening is an absolute denial of humanitarian access and a deliberate restriction of fundamental conditions for survival. In such situations, it is the duty of every responsible country to take action, even if it means taking this step before others do.

Slovenia consistently and as a matter of principle advocates for respect for international law and the protection of human rights.

In the following weeks, the Government of Robert Golob will therefore prepare other national measures against the current Israeli Government, whose actions represent serious violations of international humanitarian law.