Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

EU Urged to Halt Israel Trade Amid Human Rights Abuses

7/9/2025

50 10

Summary

Story summary

Human Rights Watch, alongside 186 organizations, is calling on the EU to halt its trade agreement with Israel, citing severe human rights abuses, particularly against journalists. As the EU prepares for discussions on July 15, 2025, critics warn that failing to act could implicate the EU in the escalating violence and atrocities occurring in Gaza.

1 of 1

Story summary

Human Rights Watch, alongside 186 organizations, is calling on the EU to halt its trade agreement with Israel, citing severe human rights abuses, particularly against journalists. As the EU prepares for discussions on July 15, 2025, critics warn that failing to act could implicate the EU in the escalating violence and atrocities occurring in Gaza.