Brussels: The EU warned on Monday that Israel's decision to halt humanitarian aid deliveries to Gaza could have "humanitarian consequences," urging continued negotiations on implementing the second phase of the ceasefire agreement. Speaking at a daily press briefing in Brussels, European Commission spokesman Anouar El Anouni responded to questions about the Israeli government's move to stop all humanitarian aid shipments to Gaza.

According to Anadolu Agency, El Anouni expressed concerns over the potential impacts of Israel's internal decision to block the entry of all humanitarian assistance into Gaza. He emphasized the need for a swift resumption of negotiations on the second phase of the ceasefire and expressed firm support for the mediators involved in the process.

Earlier on Sunday, the Israeli government halted the entry of humanitarian aid into Gaza, just hours after the first phase of the Gaza ceasefire agreement expired. Tel Aviv justified the decision by claiming that Hamas rejected a draft proposal for continuing negotiations, which was put forward by US President Donald Trump's special envoy for the Middle East, Steve Witkoff, and accepted by Israel.

Hamas responded sharply, condemning Israel's decision to halt humanitarian aid to Gaza, labeling it a "war crime" and a "blatant blow to the ceasefire agreement." The agreement had previously halted Israel's conflict in Gaza, which had resulted in the deaths of more than 48,380 people, predominantly women and children, and left significant destruction in the area.

The situation has further legal implications, as last November, the International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant for war crimes and crimes against humanity in Gaza. Additionally, Israel faces a genocide case at the International Court of Justice for its actions in the enclave.