The European Union’s foreign affairs spokesman, Peter Stano, said that the apparent escalation of violence in the occupied West Bank, including in East Jerusalem as well as in the Gaza Strip, should stop immediately. He added, “[t]he firing of rockets from Gaza against civilian populations in Israel is totally unacceptable and feeds escalatory dynamics.” Stano said that working against extremists is the responsibility of all leaders and explained that the status quo of the holy sites must be fully respected. Stano further reiterated his call for all parties to participate in de-escalation efforts to prevent further civilian casualties. For further details, click here