The European Union agreed Monday to impose sanctions on Israeli settlers accused of violent attacks against Palestinians in the West Bank, breaking months of political deadlock. EU foreign ministers approved the measures at a meeting in Brussels, with Kaja Kallas declaring it was "high time we move from deadlock to delivery."

The shift became possible only after Peter Magyar replaced Viktor Orban as Hungary's prime minister this weekend. Budapest had blocked the sanctions for months. Four Israeli organizations and three individuals will face travel bans and asset freezes in Europe, according to European officials. An additional 10 Hamas figures will also be sanctioned.

Israel swiftly condemned the decision. Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar called it "unacceptable" and said sanctions would not force political concessions. While the EU took a tougher stance than the United States, broader measures like suspending Israel's favorable trade status remain stalled due to divisions among member states.