EU-Israel

Czech FM Urges Israel to Use Mideast Crisis to its Advantage

Czech FM intends to push two-state solution in talks with Netanyahu to encourage Israel to partner with other Arab countries.

Netanyahu: I Support a Two-State Solution

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu emphatic over two-state solution in meeting with EU's Federica Mogherini.

EU Chief Mogherini to Visit, Push Peace Talks

Mogherini meets Abbas in Ramallah to discuss restarting talks; diplomat says she is 'testing' what can be done with new government.

EU Ambassador: Europe 'Frustrated' Over Peace Process

EU ambassador to Israel says Europe cannot accept "steps which move us backwards, like settlement construction".

EU Speakers Vow Zero Tolerance for Anti-Semitism - Except Turkey

Roundtable of Speakers of Parliament 'gravely concerned' about the rise in anti-Semitism - Turkey refuses to sign on.

Islamicized Europe or Nihilistic Eschatology

ZOA Head: EU Legitimizing 'Arab Nazism'

Special interview: ZOA President Morton Klein explains why EU striking Hamas from blacklist means 'Europe doesn't care about killing Jews.'

US Slams EU Removal of Hamas from Terror Blacklist

Washington urges the EU to maintain sanctions on the terror organization as Hamas spokesman declares 'victory' in ruling.

Israel is the Crucial Border of Western Civilization

European MP: EU Parliament Ignores Anti-Semitism

Dutch parliamentarian urges EU debate on rise in anti-Semitism, while Christian group demands halt to PA funding.

A European Open Letter to the EU Foreign Affairs Chief

EU Warns of 'Return to Violence' if Peace Talks Stay Stalled

EU foreign affairs chief blithely claims talks could prevent months-long violence, reiterates opposition to 'settlement building.'

EU Foreign Affairs Chief Condemns Car Terror Attack

EU foreign affairs chief statement says Wednesday's terror attack 'painful evidence of need for peace', calls for restraint.

EU Foreign Affairs Chief: Jewish Homes 'Detrimental to Peace'

Federica Mogherini says building Jewish homes in capital questions Israel's 'commitment to peace' prior to official visit.

New EU Foreign Minister No Slacker, Visits Israel in First Week

Europe's new foreign policy chief, Italy's Federica Mogherini, will visit Israel, and the PA, just a few days into her five-year term.

European, Asian Investors Look to Israel's 'Enormous Brainpower'

Investors say Israel is 'the model' for innovation, brainpower at Go4Europe conference.

Video: Muslim States at UN Seethe over EU's Pro-Israel Walkout

UN Watch's Neuer lauds boycott of anti-Israel Agenda 7: 'The free and democratic world has spoken for justice.'

EU Threatens Israel Over Construction Plans in Jerusalem

Once again, EU says the future of its Israel relations depend on 'commitment to peace' - following their agenda in the Middle East.

EU Calls on Israel, Hamas to 'Immediately' Cease Fire

"Legitimate defense needs to maintain proportionality," said a statement on behalf of the bloc's 28 member states.

EU Strongly Condemns Rocket Fire

Israel pleased as EU takes strong stance on Hamas’ rocket fire, use of civilian shields.

Italian Foreign Minister Tries to Mediate over Gaza

Federica Mogherini is seen as a candidate to replace Catherine Ashton as the next EU foreign policy chief.

EU and Israel to Sign Controversial Horizon 2020 Project

Israeli involvement in the scientific research project had been jeopardized by an EU boycott of Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria.

EU Ambassador Bashes BDS - but Defends 'Policy on Settlements'

Watch: EU Ambassador to Israel speaks on peace talks, boycotts - and supporting the Hamas-Fatah unity pact.

Patterns in European Attitudes Towards Israel

Deutsche Bank Flatly Denies Boycott of Israeli Bank

German bank strenuously denies reports it flagged Israeli bank as morally questionable.

MKs Walk out of EU Head's Anti-Israel Speech

EU Parliament head’s speech sparks walk-out as he repeats PA claims on water discrimination, Gaza ‘blockade.’

EU Threatens 'Price to Pay' if Peace Talks Fail

Passive-aggressive threat to both sides over talks includes warning of anti-Israel boycotts.

Liberman Calls on EU Envoys to Explain Pro-Palestinian Bias

Following EU call on Israel to explain building in Judea and Samaria, Israel fires back with its own demands for an explanation.

Shaked: Europe Pushing Illegals on Israel

MK accuses European nations of pushing Israel to accept illegal entrants from Africa – so that they won’t have to.

Erekat: Palestinian Authority Ready for 12-Month Interim Deal

PLO official claims PA ready for interim deal. The catch: meeting the PA's demands on a number of key issues.

EU Rejects Netanyahu's Compromise Attempt on Boycott

In urgent meeting with Ministers, Netanyahu instructs resumption of negotiations with EU to soften their boycott of Judea, Samaria.

EU Envoy Tries to Bridge Gap Between Israel, World on Iran Deal

EU envoy to Israel meets with Intelligence Minister Yuval Steinitz, attempts to reassure him that P5+1 have 'Israel's security at heart.'

EU Ambassador Wants Cooperation with Israel

EU's new ambassador to Israel tells Science Minister Perry that he'd like Israel to work with the EU despite its boycotting guidelines.

Elkin: Israel, EU Will Drift Apart Without Compromise on Boycott

A compromise must be found on new EU guidelines which boycott "settlements", says Deputy Foreign Minister.

European MPs: Why We Support Israel

Three members of the EU parliament tell Arutz Sheva why they stand with Israel.

Undiplomatic: Israel Furious After French Diplomat Hits Soldier

French diplomat hits soldier who prevented ‘humanitarian aid’ shipment to illegal Bedouin encampment.

EU Says Israel Confiscated PA Aid

European diplomats reportedly manhandled by Israeli soldiers, who confiscated tents and humanitarian aid.

Fury over ‘Blatant UN Interference’ in Coalition Talks

Anger as UN envoy publicly voices displeasure over Netanyahu’s reported choice for Housing Minister.

EU Parliamentarians in Whirlwind Tour of Samaria

EU parliamentarians take 36-hour trip to Samaria and Jerusalem, are surprised at Arab-Jewish coexistence.

MK Ben-Dahan: Stop EU’s Pro-PA Endeavors

MK Ben-Dahan slams EU report on settlements, suggests Israel respond by stopping Europe’s pro-PA building in Judea and Samaria.

UN, EU ‘Concerned’ by PA Rioter Deaths

Both the EU and UN express “deep concern” over deaths of PA rioters, urge Israel to refrain from lethal force.

EU Seeking Revenge for Lieberman's Holocaust Comments

The European Union may sanction Israel over Lieberman's comments that some of its leaders are willing to sacrifice Israel.

Go4Europe Conference Encourages Cooperation with Israel

Arutz Sheva visited the annual Go4Europe conference, which establishes strategic alliances in Europe.

Netanyahu ‘Answers’ EU with More Yesha Homes

Netanyahu appears in Gilo to make it clear to the EU Israel will continue to build there. Foreign Ministry: 700 new homes.

US Pressures EU To Oppose PA Statehood Ploy at UN

The US has warned EU countries that granting the PA Non-Member Observer status in the UN would have “significant negative consequences.”

EU: Only Part of Modi'in is Outside Israel

European Union softens stand, says it only sees three zip codes as outside "Green Line."

Modiin to Challenge ‘Mistaken’ EU Decision

The mayor of Modiin says he will inform EU of its ‘mistake.’

EU: City of Modiin Not Part of Israel

The European Union decides that the city of Modiin, home to 80,000, was built on ‘no-man’s land’ and is not part of Israel.

There Are Free Lunches

EU Ambassador Denies That EU Takes Anti-Israel Position

Ambassador Andrew Standley defended EU Mideast policy before skeptical journalists and conceded that the EU was facing its worst crisis.

US: Direct Dialogue Only Way to Deal with Israel-PA Conflict

The US responded to the United Nations Wednesday that direct dialogue is the only way to resolve conflicts with the Palestinian Authority.

EU Lawmakers Pledge to Violate Israeli Law, Join Gaza Flotilla

Activists have announced that several European Union parliamentarians have pledged to join another flotilla to break Israel's blockade of Gaza.

2011 Herzliya Conference: Is Israel Losing Europe?

Israel and Europe remain friends, European experts say, but there is work to be done.

Israel and European Space Agency Sign Revolutionary Agreement

A first of its kind agreement on cooperation in space exploration was signed between Israel and the European Space Agency (ESA).

Islam Grows in Europe, Jihad Not Far Behind

The growing demographic image of millions of Muslims in Europe is beginning to bear bitter fruit in a quiet “under the radar” jihad against Israel.

European MPs: Giving Up Gaza was a Mistake

European MPs from the “new Right” light Chanukah candles at the Gush Katif museum and say giving up Gaza was a mistake.

European 'New Right' MPs in Samaria: 'This is Jewish Land!'

Senior European parliamentarians concerned about Islamic expansion visit Samaria, declare full support for Jews.

EU Envoy Wants Gaza Borders Open, Calls to Free Shalit

EU envoy Catherine Ashton says relaxed import policy is insufficient, calls on Israel to open Gaza crossings.

Tree by Tree, Jewish Groups Fight for the Heartland

It's 'Jewish trees' versus 'anarchist trees,' as Jewish groups launch Operation Facts on the Ground to fight European-sponsored Arab land grab.