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Polish city becomes first to break ties with Israel, citing "Gaza genocide"
- Sopot becomes Poland's first city to terminate its partnership with an Israeli city due to the Gaza crisis.
- The move followed a civic initiative supported by Together and Amnesty International to collect signatures.
- The city council voted to adopt the resolution, with nine in favor and six against.
- The resolution described Israel's actions in Gaza as a genocide, while noting Hamas crimes.
- The decision follows broader debate in Poland about Israel-Gaza policy, with domestic political divisions.
- Notes from Poland provided detailed background and quotes from local and national figures.
- The resolution required more than 300 signatures to be submitted to the city council.
- A councillor argued the move would hinder dialogue with Ashkelon if permanent.
- Poland's wider political context includes calls against Israel's actions by national leaders.
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