Israeli–Palestinian peace process

New EU Special Representative for the Middle East Peace Process appointed

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星期六, 五月 1, 2021
Politics of the European Union, European Union, European Union Special Representative, Israeli–Palestinian peace process, Foreign relations of the European Union, Josep Borrell, High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Two-state solution, Sven Koopmans

Today the Council appointed Mr Sven Koopmans as the EU's Special Representative (EUSR) for the Middle East Peace Process from 1 May 2021 to 28 February 2023.

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  • Today the Council appointed Mr Sven Koopmans as the EU's Special Representative (EUSR) for the Middle East Peace Process from 1 May 2021 to 28 February 2023.
  • Mr Koopmans is a peace negotiation specialist, senior diplomat, national politician, and international lawyer.
  • The mandate of the EUSR for the Middle East Peace Process is to provide an active contribution to the final settlement of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict based on a two-state solution, in line with the UNSCR 2334 (2016).
  • The EUSR will also support the work of the High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Josep Borrell, on this issue and maintain an overview of all EU regional activities linked to the Middle East Peace Process.

EU appoints new Heads of Mission for EUPOL COPPS and EUBAM RAFAH

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星期三, 十月 14, 2020
Geography of the State of Palestine, State of Palestine, European Union Border Assistance Mission to Rafah, Gaza Strip, Israeli–Palestinian peace process, EUBAM, European Union Police Mission in the Palestinian Territories, Rafah Border Crossing, Political geography, Rafah, Common Security and Defence Policy Service Medal, Kerem Shalom border crossing

Today the Council appointed new Heads of Mission for the European Union Police Mission for the Palestinian Territories (EUPOL COPPS) and the European Union Border Assistance Mission for the Rafah Crossing Point (EUBAM Rafah).

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  • Today the Council appointed new Heads of Mission for the European Union Police Mission for the Palestinian Territories (EUPOL COPPS) and the European Union Border Assistance Mission for the Rafah Crossing Point (EUBAM Rafah).
  • Nataliya Apostolova was appointed Head of Mission of EUPOL COPPS and will hold the position until 30 June 2021.
  • Colonel Mihai-Florin Bulgariu was appointed Head of Mission of EUBAM Rafah and will also hold the position until 30 June 2021.
  • He is currently the Head of Operations - Integrated Border Management Expert at EUBAM Rafah.

Bahrain/Israel: Declaration by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union on the establishment of diplomatic relations

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星期日, 九月 13, 2020
Israeli–Palestinian peace process, Arab–Israeli conflict, Two-state solution, Foreign relations of the European Union, International recognition of the State of Palestine

The EU welcomes the announced establishment of diplomatic relations between the Kingdom of Bahrain and Israel.

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  • The EU welcomes the announced establishment of diplomatic relations between the Kingdom of Bahrain and Israel.
  • This follows a similar decision taken by Israel and the United Arab Emirates last month.
  • The EU recalls its Declaration of 15 August 2020 and its longstanding position that a comprehensive settlement of the Arab-Israeli conflict requires a regional inclusive approach and engagement with both parties.
  • In this regard, the EU remains firm in its commitment to a negotiated and viable two-state solution built upon the internationally agreed parameters.

Bahrain/Israel: Declaration by the High Representative on behalf

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星期日, 九月 13, 2020
Israeli–Palestinian peace process, Arab–Israeli conflict, Two-state solution, Foreign relations of the European Union, International recognition of the State of Palestine

The EU welcomes the announced establishment of diplomatic relations between the Kingdom of Bahrain and Israel.

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  • The EU welcomes the announced establishment of diplomatic relations between the Kingdom of Bahrain and Israel.
  • This follows a similar decision taken by Israel and the United Arab Emirates last month.
  • The EU recalls its Declaration of 15 August 2020 and its longstanding position that a comprehensive settlement of the Arab-Israeli conflict requires a regional inclusive approach and engagement with both parties.
  • In this regard, the EU remains firm in its commitment to a negotiated and viable two-state solution built upon the internationally agreed parameters.

AJC Salutes Bahrain, Israel Peace Agreement

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星期五, 九月 11, 2020
Western Asia, Geography of Asia, Countries, Member states of the United Nations, Middle Eastern countries, Arab–Israeli conflict, In Israel, Israeli–Palestinian peace process, Trump peace plan, BAHRAIN, Israel, Bahrain–Israel relations

The Bahraini decision, announced by President Trump, follows the historic agreement of August 13 to normalize relations between the United Arab Emirates and Israel an agreement that included Israel's suspension of plans to annex parts of the West Bank.

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  • The Bahraini decision, announced by President Trump, follows the historic agreement of August 13 to normalize relations between the United Arab Emirates and Israel an agreement that included Israel's suspension of plans to annex parts of the West Bank.
  • In 2019, Bahrain hosted the U.S.-sponsored "Peace to Prosperity" workshop to advance Israeli-Palestinian peace.
  • AJC, the leading global Jewish advocacy organization, has been traveling to the Gulf region for more than 25 years, advancing mutual understanding and trust.
  • In September 2019, AJC honored Bahrain with its Architect of Peace award.

Declaration by the High Representative on behalf of European Uni

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星期日, 八月 16, 2020
Israeli–Palestinian peace process, Palestinian nationalism, State of Palestine

The EU has for many years promoted the development of relations between Israel and the countries of the region.Israel and the United Arab Emirates are both important partners of the European Union.

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  • The EU has for many years promoted the development of relations between Israel and the countries of the region.Israel and the United Arab Emirates are both important partners of the European Union.
  • A normalisation of their bilateral relations will be beneficial to both countries and a fundamental step for the stabilisation of the region as a whole.
  • We remain committed to a comprehensive and lasting peace for the entire region and standready to work to this end together with our regional and international partners.
  • Israels commitment to suspend plans to unilaterally annex areas of the occupied Palestinian territory is a positive step.Any unilateral decision that undermines a lasting, agreed solution should be avoided.

Ministers questioned about President Trump's Middle East peace plan

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星期四, 一月 30, 2020
Politics by country, Politicians, Government, American people of German descent, Benjamin Netanyahu, Mahmoud Abbas, Emily Thornberry, Donald Trump, 2010–11 Israeli–Palestinian peace talks, Israeli–Palestinian peace process

Earlier this week, President Trump released his plan for peace in theMiddle East alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

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  • Earlier this week, President Trump released his plan for peace in theMiddle East alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
  • Palestinian leaders have rejected the plans, withPalestinian President Mahmoud Abbas calling them a "conspiracy".
  • Responding to the Minister,the Shadow Foreign Secretary, Emily Thornberry , told the House that "this is not a peace plan, it is a monstrosity".
  • Ms Thornberry said that President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahucreated the plan not to bringpeace and end conflict, but "simply to further their chances of re-election".

Ministers questioned about President Trump's Middle East peace plan

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星期四, 一月 30, 2020
Politics by country, Politicians, Government, American people of German descent, Benjamin Netanyahu, Mahmoud Abbas, Emily Thornberry, Donald Trump, 2010–11 Israeli–Palestinian peace talks, Israeli–Palestinian peace process

Earlier this week, President Trump released his plan for peace in theMiddle East alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

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  • Earlier this week, President Trump released his plan for peace in theMiddle East alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
  • Palestinian leaders have rejected the plans, withPalestinian President Mahmoud Abbas calling them a "conspiracy".
  • Responding to the Minister,the Shadow Foreign Secretary, Emily Thornberry , told the House that "this is not a peace plan, it is a monstrosity".
  • Ms Thornberry said that President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahucreated the plan not to bringpeace and end conflict, but "simply to further their chances of re-election".

National Palestinian American Organization Condemns 'Deal of a Century'

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星期三, 一月 29, 2020
Palestinian National Authority, Palestinian nationalism, Israeli–Palestinian conflict, State of Palestine, Politics by country, History of Palestine region), Israeli–Palestinian peace process, Israel–United States relations

WESTLAND, Mich., Jan. 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Federation of Ramallah, Palestine (AFRP.org) the largest Palestinian American organization in the U.S., wholeheartedly condemns the so-called "deal of the century" from its inception.

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  • WESTLAND, Mich., Jan. 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Federation of Ramallah, Palestine (AFRP.org) the largest Palestinian American organization in the U.S., wholeheartedly condemns the so-called "deal of the century" from its inception.
  • We are rendered baffled, at how such a "deal" could exclude the Palestinian people and their voices, focusing exclusively on Israeli interests.
  • This proves the Trump Administration's bias towards Israel and its plans to erase Palestinians from their land.
  • Furthermore, through its prior actions in disregarding international law and world opinion by recognizing Jerusalem as the capital of Israel, the Trump Administration continues to flagrantly ignore illegal Israeli settlements in Palestinian territories.

Pakistan’s “Women as Peace Champions” Project Receives UNAOC-BMW Group Intercultural Innovation Award

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星期三, 十二月 11, 2019
Azerbaijani culture, Baku Process, Security, Israeli–Palestinian peace process, Peace, N-Peace Awards

The Women as Peace Champions project engages marginalized women groups to decrease the gap in the decision-making process and increase collaboration between different communities.

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  • The Women as Peace Champions project engages marginalized women groups to decrease the gap in the decision-making process and increase collaboration between different communities.
  • It provides a platform for dialogue about peace and aims to foster tolerance amongst communities through the contribution of women.
  • The Women as Peace Champions project allows women to be peace ambassadors and to avert and prevent factors that contribute to violent extremism.
  • The Intercultural Innovation Award supports grassroots initiatives that promote intercultural dialogue and understanding, thereby contributing to peace, cultural diversity, and more inclusive societies.