On Purim, children and families should be celebrating in costume, not sheltering from indiscriminate fire. Solidarity with civilians who deserve to observe their holidays in safety. Wishing all a safe and quiet Purim.
Today we joined many Ukrainians, Israelis and diplomats at a solidarity rally in Tel Aviv marking 4 years since Russia’s unprovoked, illegal and cruel invasion of Ukraine. We stand with Ukraine and its people and remain committed to providing additional support for as long as it takes.
Thank you former PM Naftali Bennett for an open an engaging discussion with EU member states ambassadors on political developments. We discussed the many political and security challenges in Israel and the region, and the importance of diplomacy to address them.
كل عام وأنتم بخير!
Ramadan Kareem from the EU Delegation to Israel. Wishing you a blessed and peaceful month.
Thank you MK Mansour Abbas, leader of the United Arab List (Ra'am), for an interesting and inspiring exchange with EU member states ambassadors on political developments. We discussed the situation of Arab Israelis, including the need to combat organized crime in their communities.
In Kfar Azza and Nahal Oz today, I heard Mazi, Gali and Naomi speak about the pain of October 7 and the long road ahead. Their resilience is humbling. We planted a clementine tree in Mazi’s garden - hoping it will grow strong with the community.
Thank you Yair Golan, leader of the Democrats party, for a very interesting exchange with EU member states ambassadors on the political and security situation in Israel and the wider region. The EU and its members states remain committed to the two-state solution and regional stability.
Iran’s suppression of freedom will not go unanswered.
We welcome today’s Council decision adopting new restrictive measures, including asset freezes, EU travel bans, and a prohibition on making funds or economic resources available to those listed.
link.europa.eu/WQg7YN
A woman raising her arm in a gesture of empowerment, set against a backdrop of Persian geometric patterns in shades of green. The text on the visuals reads 'EU adopts new sanctions against Iran'.
The EU has imposed further sanctions over human rights abuses in #Iran.
The decision follows the violent repression of the recent peaceful protests and arbitrary detentions.
In addition, the EU has adopted sanctions in view of Iran's support to Russia’s war.
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Repression cannot go unanswered.
EU Foreign Ministers just took the decisive step of designating Iran’s Revolutionary Guard as a terrorist organisation.
Any regime that kills thousands of its own people is working toward its own demise.
I welcome the political agreement on new sanctions against the murderous Iranian regime
And on the designation of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as a terrorist organization.
This was long overdue.
Europe stands up to be counted.
Designating the Iranian regime's oppressive IRGC as a terrorist organisation is the right decision.
Proud of the European Parliament's sustained, unified effort that helped push this breakthrough.
Now, time to stand strong. Iran will be free.
We had the great honour to mark International Holocaust Remembrance Day by hosting a Zikaron Basalon event with the extraordinary Rachel Herczl. Born in 1929 in Hungary, she survived Auschwitz and founded a beautiful family in Israel after the war. Thank you for sharing your story with us!
Honoured to visit together with fellow ambassadors the Ghetto Fighters’ House ahead of International Holocaust Remembrance Day. A powerful reminder of courage amid tragedy, and of our enduring responsibility to remember, to educate and to fight antisemitism in all its forms.
Very rewarding meeting with Robert Singer and his team from the Center for Jewish Impact. We had a constructive exchange on shared priorities and ways to deepen #EU cooperation with Israeli civil society.
משלחת האיחוד האירופי בישראל מאחלת חנוכה שמח!
My thoughts are with all those affected, their families, and the first responders who acted with courage.
Australia is one of Europe’s closest friends, and we stand in full solidarity with the Australian people. (2/2)
I am deeply shocked by the distressing images from the shooting at the Hanukkah celebrations at Bondi Beach in Australia.
This appalling act of violence against the Jewish community must be unequivocally condemned. (1/2)
I condemn yesterday’s terror attack in the West Bank that killed one person and wounded three. My condolences to the families of the victims, and wishes for a speedy recovery to the wounded. The violence in the West Bank must stop.
I just visited the impressive ANU — Museum of the Jewish People in Tel Aviv. It was a fascinating journey through the storied history of the Jewish people and their many contributions to science, culture and humanity. Thank you Irina Nevzlin and Oded Revivi for hosting me!
Thirty years after the assassination of Yitzhak Rabin, we honour his legacy as a courageous leader who believed that peace was not only possible but necessary. His vision and moral courage continue to inspire us to work toward a just and lasting peace — today more than ever.
Last night we marked European Day of Languages, together with member states embassies and European cultural institutes. We heard a fascinating lecture from bestselling author Eran Katz, a rocking performance by Pavlo Rosenberg and even got started on learning many new languages!
Thank you Maoz Inon for showing us around Nazareth and introducing us to many inspiring residents of this beautiful city. We were deeply impressed by their resilience and applaud your dedication to shaping the city’s future.
The day we all waited for. I am deeply moved to see the Israeli hostages finally returning home.
We commend all parties whose tireless diplomatic efforts made this possible. May this mark the beginning of a new chapter for Israel, the region and its people.
מאחלים חג סוכות שמח!
מאחלים גמר חתימה טובה!
Welcome President Trump’s commitment to end the war in Gaza. Encourage all parties to now seize this opportunity.
The EU stands ready to contribute.
President Trump’s Gaza plan is an opportunity for lasting peace.
It offers the best immediate chance to end the war. The EU is ready to help it succeed.
Israel has signed on to the plan.
Hamas must now accept it without delay, starting with the immediate release of hostages.
I welcome President Donald Trump’s plan to end the war in Gaza and I am encouraged by Prime Minister Netanyahu’s positive response.
All parties must seize this moment to give peace a genuine chance.
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On behalf of the EU and its member states, today I laid a wreath at the Nova festival site in memory of the victims of the October 7 massacre. We heard moving stories of bravery and resilience, including from paramedic Oshrit Hadad who courageously saved lives while under fire >
