The United States has issued a visa ban preventing Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas from participating in the UN General Assembly, prompting international backlash. This move has heightened tensions in the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict, with the US administration accused of undermining diplomatic efforts. Meanwhile, the European Union foreign ministers are meeting in Copenhagen to discuss potential sanctions against Israel over its actions in Gaza. The EU’s stance is seen as a critical response to the humanitarian crisis, although the measures are expected to be limited in scope. DW reports on the latest diplomatic developments and their implications for the Middle East peace process.