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EU, Israel reach agreement to improve Gaza humanitarian situation

Agreement between Israel and EU includes measures to increase aid shipments to Gaza and open additional crossings; Hamas demands funds for Gaza’s reconstruction as part of ceasefire guarantees.

EU, Israel reach agreement to improve Gaza humanitarian situation

Slovakia vows to oppose EU suspension of Israel ties

Foreign Minister Sa’ar, who is on an official visit to Slovakia, thanked Blanár for his hospitality and welcomed the opportunity to strengthen bilateral ties between the two nations.

Slovakia vows to oppose EU suspension of Israel ties

EU demands Iran return to nuclear talks

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas urges Iran to immediately restart nuclear negotiations with the IAEA, warning against NPT withdrawal.

EU demands Iran return to nuclear talks

EU leaders call on Iran to restart nuclear talks after US strikes

German, British leaders and EU officials urge Iran to engage in negotiations with the US in the wake of America's strikes on Iran's nuclear program.

EU leaders call on Iran to restart nuclear talks after US strikes

EU continues to accuse Israel of violating human rights in Gaza

'Findings predetermined and reflective of double standards, ignoring extended humanitarian aid.': Israeli officials respond to leaked EU foreign policy report claiming Israel is breaching its human rights commitments in Gaza.

EU continues to accuse Israel of violating human rights in Gaza

Ignoring Europe and winning wars

Any European demand for de-escalation is really a call for Iran’s Islamic fascism to survive to kill Jews another day. Perhaps no one knows better than Benjamin Netanyahu how meaningless are the words and few deeds of the dying Europeans. Opinion.

Ignoring Europe and winning wars

9 EU nations push to end trade with Israeli ‘settlements’

Nine EU nations urging the European Commission to propose ending trade with Israeli communities in Judea and Samaria, citing a recent International Court of Justice opinion. This move precedes a key EU foreign ministers' meeting on June 23 to discuss ties with Israel.

9 EU nations push to end trade with Israeli ‘settlements’

EU calls urgent meeting amid Israel-Iran escalation

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas convenes an urgent video conference of foreign ministers for Tuesday to address the military escalation between Israel and Iran, emphasizes diplomacy.

EU calls urgent meeting amid Israel-Iran escalation

The ultimate guide to sending flowers in Europe

In a world that often feels disconnected, a bouquet of fresh flowers remains a powerful and timeless gesture of love, appreciation, and sympathy.

The ultimate guide to sending flowers in Europe

IDF Spokesman:

'European aid funds were found in Hamas tunnels'

IDF Spokesman Effie Defrin displayed the Hamas facility under the European Hospital and showed how EU aid funds reached the hands of Hamas commanders instead of the Gazan public.

'European aid funds were found in Hamas tunnels'

EU expected to accuse Israel of war crimes

The President of the European Council hinted that a re-examination by the European Union will determine that Israel violates human rights and international law in the war in Gaza.

EU expected to accuse Israel of war crimes

EU backs ICC following US sanctions on judges

The EU throws its support behind the International Criminal Court after the US imposed sanctions on four ICC judges in response to ICC actions against Israeli and US officials.

EU backs ICC following US sanctions on judges

'Disproportionate use of force'

EU continues to pick sides against Israel

Kaja Kallas denounces Israeli military actions and civilian conduct, calls for ceasefire and renewed aid to Gaza.

EU continues to pick sides against Israel

EU threatens to review Israel pact over Gaza

EU says it is reviewing its pact with Israel over the "catastrophic" Gaza situation, with 17 nations backing the human rights compliance review. Israel's Foreign Ministry rejects the criticism, notes Hamas's responsibility for the war's continuation and its refusal of ceasefire proposals.

EU threatens to review Israel pact over Gaza

EU considers reassessing agreements with Israel over Gaza

The European Union will convene today to debate a proposal from Dutch Foreign Minister Caspar Veldkamp to revisit its association agreements with Israel.

EU considers reassessing agreements with Israel over Gaza

Macron blasts Netanyahu:

'What he’s doing is shameful'

French President Emmanuel Macron sharply criticizes Prime Minister Netanyahu’s Gaza policy, calling it “shameful” and urging the EU to consider new sanctions and review its Association Agreement with Israel.

'What he’s doing is shameful'

Rabbi Menachem Margolin:

European governments continue to ignore the threat

EJA Chairman Rabbi Menachem Margolin warns that Jewish communities feel increasingly unsafe and are leaving Europe as governments continue to ignore the threat.

European governments continue to ignore the threat

Ex-EU top diplomat Borrell claims Israel committing 'genocide'

Former EU High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs continues his accusations against Israel after his term ends.

Ex-EU top diplomat Borrell claims Israel committing 'genocide'

Over Gaza war

EU to reassess Israel trade deal

European Union foreign ministers are set to formally discuss reviewing a trade agreement with Israel amid deepening concern over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

EU to reassess Israel trade deal

'We will never forget'

EU ambassadors stand united in Holocaust Remembrance statement

Marking Holocaust Remembrance Day, the EU Delegation to Israel and all member state embassies pledge to confront rising antisemitism and preserve the memory of the six million murdered.

EU ambassadors stand united in Holocaust Remembrance statement

Ken's Thought of the Week:

Dying Europe can still be saved

Systemic change is required now to save the 400 million Christians in Europe. Time is of the essence. Opinion.

Dying Europe can still be saved

European Council urges:

'Immediate ceasefire and hostage release in Gaza'

European Council says it "deplores" both the recent breakdown of the ceasefire in Gaza as well as Hamas' refusal to release hostages, calls for full implementation of the ceasefire.

'Immediate ceasefire and hostage release in Gaza'

EU:

'Hamas must accept ceasefire, Israel must allow humanitarian aid'

European Union condemns Hamas for rejecting an extension of the first phase of the ceasefire agreement in Gaza, but also criticizes Israel’s move to block humanitarian aid.

'Hamas must accept ceasefire, Israel must allow humanitarian aid'

Europe rolls back sanctions on Syria amid leadership change

European Union rolls back energy, transport, and banking sanctions against Syria, provided its new leadership remains committed to peace.

Europe rolls back sanctions on Syria amid leadership change

Hamas supporter to be denied entry to Israel

Rima Hassan, member of the European Parliament and Hamas supporter, is due to land in Israel shortly; Minister of Interior to deny her entry.

Hamas supporter to be denied entry to Israel

For the first time in years:

Highest forum for Israel-EU relations to convene tomorrow

The European Union Ministers of Foreign Affairs Conference (Association Council Meeting) will take place tomorrow in Brussels with the participation of Minister of Foreign Affairs Gideon Sa’a.

Highest forum for Israel-EU relations to convene tomorrow

Europe sides with Palestinian Arab terrorists, digs its own grave

The order to kill priest Georgios Tsibouktzakis was given by Marwan Barghouti, who is serving 5 life sentences, but 20 French cities have granted the arch-terrorist honorary citizenship. Op-ed.

Europe sides with Palestinian Arab terrorists, digs its own grave

EU:

'Gaza is an integral part of the future Palestinian state'

The EU has rejected President Trump's plan for Gaza, reaffirming its commitment to a two-state solution.

'Gaza is an integral part of the future Palestinian state'

Danon expresses support

EU lawmakers to UN chief: Remove UNRWA as an official UN body

Israel’s Ambassador to the UN backs letter sent by members of parliaments from 14 European countries urging UN Secretary-General to remove UNRWA as an official UN body. "Supporting UNRWA is supporting Hamas. Turning a blind eye is not the solution."

EU lawmakers to UN chief: Remove UNRWA as an official UN body

Europe braces for Trump's tariffs

European leaders have expressed concern over potential U.S. tariffs on EU imports after Trump's announcement of increased tariffs on imports from China, Mexico, and Canada. The EU promises to retaliate.

Europe braces for Trump's tariffs

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.

Chikli's trip cancelled over concerns he would be arrested

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.

European elections shifting to the right

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.

Europe murdered one set of Semites and is surrendering to another

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.

Trump admin. certainly leaves room for optimism

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.

EU-Israel Association Council to convene

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.

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

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.

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

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.

'We cannot undermine the International Criminal Court'

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.

Iran seeks new nuclear deal

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.

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

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.

Europe is turning into one big no-go zone

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.

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

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,

96% of European Jews experience antisemitism

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.

'Review the trade relations with Israel'

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.

EU calls for more action to combat antisemitism

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.

'Suspend EU-Israel free trade agreement'

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.

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

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.

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

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.

Transportation Min. working to reverse no-fly recommendation

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.

'We are almost in a full-fledged war'

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.

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

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.

'Borrell is an antisemite and Israel-hater'

'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.

Foreign Minister Katz blasts outgoing EU Foreign Minister

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

Europe’s open border utopia is over

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.

Spain hosts conference on 'two-state solution'

'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.

Efforts to tow away tanker struck by Houthis abandoned

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.

EU initiative to sanction Ben Gvir and Smotrich thwarted

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.

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

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.

EU FM to seek sanctions against Smotrich and Ben Gvir

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".

Iran's new Foreign Minister seeks dialogue with the EU