EU sanctions Hamas armed wing over sexual violence during 7 October attack

The EU has sanctioned the armed wings of Hamas and Islamic Jihad over their use of sexual violence during the 7 October attack in southern Israel.

Hamas's Qassam Brigades and special forces Nukhba Force as well as PIJ’s al-Quds Brigades are now subject to an asset freeze and a travel ban to the EU, alongside a ban on providing funds directly or indirectly to them, the bloc said on Friday.