European Union (EU) missions in Jerusalem and Ramallah on Friday expressed serious concern that Israeli authorities demolished Palestinian property in the Silwan neighborhood of East Jerusalem a week ago.
"European Union missions expect the Israeli authorities to reconsider the implementation of demolition orders relating to Palestinian property in Silwan," the EU said in a statement in coordination with EU mission chiefs in Jerusalem and Ramallah.
"EU missions recall the statements and statements of the Council of Ministers of Foreign Affairs of the European Union The European Union reiterated its strong opposition to the Israeli settlement policy and measures taken in this context, such as the evacuation of houses and the demolition of houses. "
"The policy of building and expanding settlements is illegal in accordance with international law, and its continuation undermines the viability of a two-state solution and the possibility of lasting peace," the statement said.
