EU

Report:

Chikli's trip cancelled over concerns he would be arrested

A day after the announcement of the cancellation of Diaspora Affairs Minister's visit to Brussels, report says the reason for the cancellation was concern over a possible arrest.

European elections shifting to the right

The upcoming German elections are poised to bring the conservative CDU back to power, signaling a shift in Europe towards right-leaning governments.

Europe murdered one set of Semites and is surrendering to another

The European continent is soaked in Jewish blood but the EU has still not learned that pursuing their shortsighted interests at the cost of the Jews will end up being at their own expense.

Minister Sa'ar:

Trump admin. certainly leaves room for optimism

Minister of Foreign Affairs Gideon Sa’ar says he expects to turn a new page towards constructive dialogue with the European Union under the new high representative.

For first time in years:

EU-Israel Association Council to convene

High Representative for Foreign Affairs Kaja Kallas announced that the highest body responsible for managing the cooperation between Israel and the EU will meet for the first time since 2022.

Geert Wilders:

'Netanyahu has done more in one year than Europe has done in 70'

Geert Wilders, leader of the Party for Freedom in the Netherlands who is currently visiting Israel, praises Netanyahu for overseeing Israel's counterterrorism efforts over the last year.

End of an era:

Josep Borell, fierce Israel critic, out as EU FP chief

Former Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas takes over as new EU foreign policy chief, expected to focus more on the Ukraine War after outgoing Josep Borell focused on criticising Israel's actions in Gaza.

EU Foreign Policy Chief:

'We cannot undermine the International Criminal Court'

Outgoing EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell urges all EU member states to respect the decisions of the ICC, including the arrest warrants against Netanyahu and Gallant.

To avoid sanctions:

Iran seeks new nuclear deal

After Tehran's offer to limit uranium enrichment to only 60% was rejected by the US and EU, Iranian's Deputy Foreign Minister is set to meet with European foreign ministers.

EU Foreign Policy chief:

'All EU member states must obey ICC's arrest warrants ruling'

Outgoing EU Foreign Policy chief criticizes Israel after it blasted ICC arrest warrants against Netanyahu and Gallant: Every time someone disagrees with the policy of one Israeli government - (they are) being accused of antisemitism. That's enough.

Europe is turning into one big no-go zone

The Migration Research Institute in Budapest, linked to the prestigious Matthias Corvinus College, estimates 900 uncontrolled areas throughout Europe. A Europe of open borders has ended up filled with no-go zones.Op-ed.

Don’t dare to criticize Islam in Europe or the police will come

The repression of the few who still dare to speak out about the ongoing disintegration reminds me of the treatment the cultural establishment reserved for anti-Soviet writers in the 1950s. A knock on the door with poice outside. In 2024 Europe. For criticizing Islam. Opinion.

86 years after Kristallnacht:

96% of European Jews experience antisemitism

Israel's National Task Force for Countering De-legitimization and Fighting Antisemitism releases report on the rise of antisemitism in Europe and online in the year since the October 7 massacre,

Irish PM to EU:

'Review the trade relations with Israel'

Irish Prime Minister Simon Harris urges European Union to "review its trade relations" with Israel, following the laws passed in the Knesset to ban the activities of UNRWA.

EU calls for more action to combat antisemitism

In a statement, the Council of the European Union condemns massive rates of antisemitism in Europe. Jewish groups welcome the statement.

Spanish PM:

'Suspend EU-Israel free trade agreement'

Spanish Prime Minister claims Israel violating human rights, urges European Commission to clarify its position on whether the European Union should suspend its association agreement with Israel.

European Commission Pres.:

'There can be no justification for Hamas' acts of terror'

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in statement on one-year anniversary of Hamas attack: I condemn once again, and in the strongest possible terms, those barbarous attacks, we reiterate our call for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.

EU Foreign Policy Chief:

'The EU reiterates its commitment to the security of Israel'

EU Foreign Policy Chief Josep Borrell condemns Iran’s ballistic missile attack on Israel, again calls for a regional ceasefire.

Israeli airspace

Transportation Min. working to reverse no-fly recommendation

EASA recommends airline operators avoid Israel, Lebanon, airspace, Transportation Ministry works to prove recommendation stems from outside interests and not security concerns.

EU foreign affairs chief:

'We are almost in a full-fledged war'

European Union foreign affairs chief Josep Borrell comments on clashes between Israel and Hezbollah: Everybody has to put all their capacity to stop this.

EU's Borrell:

'We're extremely concerned about an escalation in Lebanon'

EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell calls for "urgent" ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah: Civilians on both sides will be the ones suffering in case of escalation.

Foreign Minister Katz:

'Borrell is an antisemite and Israel-hater'

Foreign Minister Israel Katz again criticizes EU Foreign Policy Chief after he condemned Israeli air strikes in Gaza: He consistently tries to pass resolutions and sanctions against Israel.

Europe’s open border utopia is over

The terrorist threat is once again shaking Europe. And it takes a lot of censorship to hide the facts. Read them below.Opinion

'A legacy of antisemitism'

Foreign Minister Katz blasts outgoing EU Foreign Minister

Foreign Minister Israel Katz criticizes EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell after he took part in a conference promoting a "two-state solution": He is busy with hate campaigns against Israel.

Spain hosts conference on 'two-state solution'

Ministers from Muslim and European nations convene in Madrid to explore ways to advance two-state solution. Israel not invited to take part.

'Not safe to proceed'

Efforts to tow away tanker struck by Houthis abandoned

EU naval mission says salvagers abandoned an initial effort to tow away the Sounion oil tanker, which was targeted by the Houthis in the Red Sea.

EU initiative to sanction Ben Gvir and Smotrich thwarted

Israel succeeds in thwarting the initiative of EU Foreign Minister Josep Borrell to advance sanctions against Ministers Ben Gvir and Smotrich.

Ahead of EU meeting

FM Katz: We are working to prevent anti-Israel decisions

Foreign Minister Israel Katz issues statement ahead of meeting of EU foreign ministers who are expected to discuss sanctions against Smotrich and Ben Gvir: In a reality where Israel faces threats from Iran and its proxy terror organizations, the free world must stand with Israel, not against it.

EU FM to seek sanctions against Smotrich and Ben Gvir

European Union Foreign Minister Josep Borrell plans to request that member states jointly impose sanctions on Smotrich and Ben Gvir, though such a resolution is unlikely to pass.

Iran's new Foreign Minister seeks dialogue with the EU

Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi, who negotiated 2015 nuclear deal, says Iran welcomes relations with the European Union "in an environment based on mutual respect".

Smotrich:

'Borrel sides with terror, willing to sacrifice people of Gaza'

Finance Minister responds to EU foreign policy chief's call for sanctions against him and Minister Ben-Gvir.

EU FM calls for sanctions on Ben Gvir and Smotrich

EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell claims Ben Gvir and Smotrich are "inciting to war crimes", says sanctions against them must be on the EU agenda.

Report:

Diplomats racing to prevent Middle East war

Financial Times reports that US and EU diplomats are holding urgent discussions in an attempt to convince Tehran to either not respond or to carry out symbolic action against Israel following latest eliminations.

In first:

US Ambassador summoned following sanctions against Israelis

US and Japanese ambassadors to Israel, as well as European Union ambassador, summoned following sanctions against Israeli citizens and organizations.

EU foreign policy chief:

'Israel's legislation against UNRWA is nonsense'

EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell speaks out against bill passed in the Knesset this week outlawing UN agency for “Palestinian refugees”: It amounts to targeting regional stability.

EU to replace Israel critic foreign policy chief

The Prime Minister of Estonia, Kaja Kallas, will end her term and begin to serve as the European Union's foreign minister instead of Borrell, one of the most prominent voices in Europe critical of Israel.

EU imposes sanctions on settlers, Tzav 9

After Biden Admin. imposed sanctions last week, the EU followed suit by imposing sanctions on right-wing groups and Jews in eastern Jerusalem and Judea and Samaria.

Czech envoy:

EU close to blacklisting IRGC as a terrorist organization

Czech ambassador to Israel says the European Union (EU) plans to list Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization: We are getting there.

Porto Jewish community:

Incoming EU president has history of antisemitism

Jewish community of Porto warns that incoming EU President António Costa has a history of antisemitism that could impact Jewish life on the continent.

EU elections:

Right projected to win big

In response to the projected results, President Macron has dissolved France's National Assembly and called a snap election.

Following election results:

Belgian Prime Minister announces resignation

Belgium Prime Minister Alexander De Croo announces his resignation after right-wing parties achieve success in both local elections as well as the elections for the European Parliament.

The knife in the heart of multicultural Europe

Western Europe is on track to become semi-Islamic in its cultural character, and very quickly. Opinion.

Danish PM assaulted in Copenhagen

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen assaulted by a man at Kultorvet public square in Copenhagen. Suspect arrested, Frederiksen is reported to be in shock.

'Clear and repeated anti-Israel bias'

European Jewish leaders condemn EU High Commissioner

Over 100 Jewish leaders from across Europe met to discuss operational methods to combat the harassment of Jews on the continent and the rising tide of antisemitic hate since October 7.

EU foreign policy chief accuses Israel of disobeying ICJ order

Josep Borrell accuses Israel of violating ambigious order by refusing to end all military activity in Rafah despite ICJ judges' statements that the ruling does not contain such an order.

Geert Wilders rescues Europe from socialist Open Border disaster

Holland will opt out of the EU open border asylum system and will introduce a tougher approach to terrorism. Op-ed.

EU expands sanctions on Iran for supplying UAVs to Russia

EU sanctions can now target those supplying or involved in transferring Iranian missiles and drones to Russia for use in its war against Ukraine or to armed groups in the Middle East.

EU foreign policy chief:

'Several countries will recognize a Palestinian state on May 21'

The comments by Josep Borrell follow a recent statement by Slovenia, Ireland, Malta and Spain that they had agreed to take steps to recognize a Palestinian state.

The EU Ambassador's surprise visit to Bnei Brak

Ambassador Dimiter Tzantchev reveals the EU has speeded up the implementation of its program for the fight against antisemitism.

Due to war in Gaza:

Belgian PM calls for sanctions on Israel

Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo calls for coordinated action within the European Union to impose trade sanctions on Israel, particularly on products originating from “settlements”.

EU on Yom Hashoa:

'We thought this could never happen again, yet it did'

The Ambassadors of the EU states in Israel released a joint statement ahead of Holocaust Remembrance Day in the shadow of the October 7th massacre.

Foreign Minister Israel Katz:

'We will not allow Khamenei to undermine regional stability'

The Foreign Minister congratulated the EU on the decision to impose new sanctions against Iran.

Following attack on Israel:

EU foreign ministers to discuss sanctions on Iran

European Union foreign ministers to meet in Luxembourg and discuss expanding sanctions on Iran.

EU announces new sanctions on Israelis

Two Israelis, as well as the Israeli groups Hilltop Youth and Lehava, have been targeted for European sanctions including an asset freeze and travel ban.

Following attack on Israel:

EU leaders agree to step up sanctions against Iran

EU leaders condemn Iran's attack on Israel, say they will take further restrictive measures against Iran.

In response to attack on Israel:

EU to expand its sanctions on Iran

EU top diplomat Josep Borrell says EU members plan to discuss sanctions regime that seeks to curb the supply of Iranian drones to Russia to include the provision of missiles and cover deliveries to Iranian proxies.

EU sanctions Palestinian terror organizations

The European Union has added three Palestinian terrorist organizations to its list of sanctions for their part in the October 7th massacre.

EU calls for 'immediate pause' in Gaza fighting

European Union’s 27 leaders urge Israel not to launch a major ground offensive in the city of Rafah.

EU Foreign Min.: Israel is causing 'famine' in Gaza

EU's Josep Borrell claims Israel is using famine as a 'weapon of war,' Foreign Minister Israel Katz hits back.

Europe funds Hamas university, bans Hungary

How much of the money received by the Islamic University of Gaza from the EU was used to build the tunnels? Is Orban is considered worse than Hamas? Op-ed.