New FM says he and Hungarian counterpart Péter Szijjártó never even discussed the issue; Budapest vows to continue blocking anti-Israel statements in international forums
Official in charge of relations with EU's neighbors tells bloc's envoys to Israel, Palestinian Authority 'to look deep' because 'if there is any concern, we will act immediately'
Foreign Ministry takes issue with Josep Borrell, whose congratulatory message on new government expressed 'grave concern' at annexation but ignored security threats Israel faces
In statement congratulating new Israeli government, foreign policy chief Josep Borrell says bloc won't accept any changes to 1967 borders unless agreed to in deal with Palestinians
No agreement among 27-nation bloc's foreign ministers, amid reports some European nations favor punitive measures to dissuade Jerusalem; Israel's allies urge dialogue
Reportedly led by France, European nations seek to warn Israel of sanctions from its largest trading partner if it declares sovereignty over parts of territory
Harsh dressing down followed EU official in West Bank and Gaza saying even Palestinians affiliated with blacklisted groups remain eligible to participate in EU-funded projects
Foreign Ministry summons ambassador in response to envoy to West Bank and Gaza saying Palestinian grantees may include those affiliated with blacklisted groups
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