European Union Reviews Trade Agreement with Israel Over Rights Abuses
Spain, Ireland, Malta, and Slovenia are leading the charge in implementing measures to address concerns regarding Israel and the European Union. These measures include the suspension of the “Association Agreement” between Israel and the Union. However, opposition from countries like Germany and Italy complicates the process…
Unlike measures that require unanimity, such as targeted sanctions or a full arms embargo, the suspension of the agreement has sparked debate among EU member states…
European Union foreign policy chief, Josep Borrell, recently addressed the media regarding the ongoing discussions and potential implications of the agreement suspension…
In a landmark decision, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) issued an advisory opinion on Israel’s policies and practices in the Occupied Palestinian Territory. The Court found Israel responsible for racial segregation and apartheid against Palestinians, highlighting numerous abuses and violations of international law…
Human rights organizations and trade unions are urging the EU to conduct a thorough review of Israel’s compliance with the EU-Israel Association Agreement. Article 2 of the agreement emphasizes the importance of respecting human rights and democratic principles…
Seventeen EU member states have voted to re-examine the legal basis of the agreement, with Ireland and Spain at the forefront of this initiative. While full cancellation of the agreement seems unlikely, targeted suspensions of specific parts, such as the free trade deal or scientific cooperation programs, are being considered…
With bilateral trade between the EU and Israel exceeding €45 billion annually, the relationship remains crucial. However, concerns over human rights abuses linked to the war in Gaza and the blockade on humanitarian aid have prompted the EU to take action…
The European Union’s formal review of the trade agreement highlights the importance of upholding human rights standards and addressing violations effectively…
