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EU Proposes Partial Suspension of Israel's Horizon Access

7/30/2025

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The European Commission has taken a bold step by proposing to partially suspend Israel's access to the Horizon Europe research program, a move driven by the escalating humanitarian crisis in Gaza. This decision could significantly impact Israeli tech start-ups and seeks to compel Israel to enhance humanitarian aid access. Approval from a majority of EU member states is now crucial.

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The European Commission has taken a bold step by proposing to partially suspend Israel's access to the Horizon Europe research program, a move driven by the escalating humanitarian crisis in Gaza. This decision could significantly impact Israeli tech start-ups and seeks to compel Israel to enhance humanitarian aid access. Approval from a majority of EU member states is now crucial.