The European Union has sanctioned three Israeli settlers and four organizations for their roles in violent attacks against Palestinians in the West Bank. Announced on May 11, 2026, the sanctions include travel bans and asset freezes across Europe, marking the EU's third round of such measures in two years. This decision was facilitated by Hungary's shift in stance under Prime Minister Peter Magyar, lifting a previous veto. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas stated that the sanctions target those responsible for serious human rights abuses. The measures prevent the sanctioned individuals from entering EU member states and freeze their financial assets within European jurisdictions. This move follows previous sanctions in 2024 against individuals and entities accused of blocking humanitarian aid to Gaza. Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar criticized the sanctions as arbitrary, highlighting ongoing tensions between the EU and Israel over settlement policies.