On July 15, 2025, European Union foreign ministers convened in Brussels to discuss multiple issues, including potential sanctions against Israel in response to the ongoing war in Gaza and continued support and sanctions related to the conflict in Ukraine. Despite the agenda including a range of possible measures against Israel, consensus among member states on imposing sanctions appears unlikely. EU foreign ministers are also considering an 18th package of sanctions against Russia following recent Russian Defense Ministry claims of destroying 55 Ukrainian drones overnight. EU foreign affairs chief Kaja Kallas reportedly presented a list of ten possible actions against Israel, but agreement on these measures is deemed unrealistic. Meanwhile, Israel's foreign minister expressed confidence that the country would avoid sanctions.