European Commissioner Dubravka Suica and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar discuss Gaza recovery and EU-Israel ties

On September 20, 2026, European Commissioner for the Mediterranean Dubravka Suica spoke with Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar about EU-Israel relations, regional stability, and Gaza recovery. Suica stressed the need for a reformed Palestinian Authority and urgent early recovery in Gaza. The EU had launched a recovery initiative in July. The EU has criticized Israel's actions in Gaza and West Bank settlements, but member states remain divided. This call follows Saar's earlier decision to cut contact with EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas.