Morgantini told reporters in Brussels that 'no more excuses for the European Union and the international community as they should intervene immediately and by a stronger and more effective way to open all the Gaza's borders immediately.'

She added that the Israeli government continued the policy of isolation and collective punishment against Palestinian civilians in Gaza.

 'Any military action affects civilians as was the case yesterday in the Gaza Strip must be condemned in accordance with international humanitarian law, 'Luisa said.