Kaja Kallas agrees to review sanctions against Israel's Ben-Gvir

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas has agreed to consider imposing sanctions against Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir. The move follows a request from Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani, citing Ben-Gvir's conduct toward participants of a pro-Palestinian flotilla.

EU foreign policy chief [Kaja Kallas](/politicians/kaja-kallas) has agreed to explore possible sanctions against Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, according to media reports. The decision to put the matter on the agenda came after Italian Foreign Minister [Antonio Tajani](/politicians/antonio-tajani) formally requested a review of Ben-Gvir's conduct related to a pro-Palestinian flotilla.

The Council of the EU is now expected to consider whether Ben-Gvir's actions regarding flotilla participants warrant punitive measures. Ben-Gvir has been a controversial figure within the Israeli government, frequently drawing criticism from European officials over his hardline positions.

The development reflects growing tension between the EU and members of Israel's current coalition government. Several European nations have pushed for stronger diplomatic responses to the actions of far-right Israeli ministers, and Italy's intervention adds momentum to those efforts. Kallas's willingness to bring the issue before the Council signals that the bloc may be moving closer to direct personal sanctions targeting Israeli officials.