Across Europe, citizens are being called upon to take a clear stand: demand the full suspension of the EU–Israel Association Agreement.
This agreement is the cornerstone of political, economic and trade relations between the European Union and Israel. Yet today, it stands in stark contradiction to the EU’s stated commitment to human rights and international law.
The ongoing genocide in Gaza has brought unprecedented levels of civilian harm: mass killings, widespread injury, large-scale displacement, and the systematic destruction of hospitals and medical infrastructure. On top of that, there is a constant blockade of humanitarian aid and breaches of international law that have raised the risk of starvation being used as a method of war.
At the same time, the International Court of Justice has issued orders requiring the prevention of acts that may fall under the Genocide Convention.
Despite this, the European Union has not suspended its agreement with Israel.
This is not a technical issue, it is a political and moral choice by our leaders. Maintaining this agreement risks legitimising and materially supporting a state accused of serious violations of international law, including potential war crimes and crimes against humanity.
That is why a European Citizens’ Initiative has been launched, calling on the European Commission to propose the full suspension of the EU–Israel Association Agreement. If it gathers one million signatures across at least seven countries, the Commission will be legally required to respond.
This is a moment for citizens across Europe to act. Signatures are just shy of one million, and a final push could finally see this figure reach its target.
DiEM25 supports this call. We believe that Europe must align its actions with its principles and that means ending complicity in violations of international law. Agreements that prioritise trade and diplomacy over human rights cannot continue unchallenged.
Every signature matters. By signing, you are helping to build the pressure needed to force action at the European level.
Sign the initiative. Share it. Help ensure that Europe stands for justice – not just in words, but in practice.
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