The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic led us to pursue creative approaches to continue our educational programs by utilizing new technologies and innovative solutions to connect European and Israeli leaders.
Even after the pandemic has subsided, our professional teams in Europe and Israel continue to reach out to key stakeholders in governments, parliaments, research institutes and partner organizations to explore new approaches to bilateral cooperation, including video conferences, expert briefings, online exchanges and interviews, as well as virtual delegations and strategic dialogues.
This program was made possible in part by the generous support of the Genesis Foundation.
ELNET hosted a thought-provoking conversation with Ambassador Dani Dayan, Chairman of Yad Vashem and ELNET-Israel Board Member, on the challenge of rising global antisemitism and recent developments in Europe, where the EU approved a continent-wide strategy to combat antisemitism and 31 countries adopted the IHRA working definition of antisemitism.
Shortly after Russia invaded Ukraine, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz proclaimed the war as a watershed event in the history of the continent. The Bundestag’s Defense Committee, upon their return from an ELNET delegation, approved to purchase Israeli munitions and advance the Arrow 3 missile defense system. As the war continues the critical importance of a closer partnership between Germany, Israel, and NATO has become more urgent. Dr. Shlomo Shpiro, a leading expert on Europe, discusses the current and future Israel-NATO relations and their importance for European and Israeli security.
The recent judicial overhaul measures in Israel have exacerbated a national crisis with deep social, economic, political, and security implications. Massive protests against the reforms have persisted continuously across the country for 32 weeks. To shed light on these historic developments, Haviv Rettig Gur, Senior Analyst at The Times of Israel provides insights on the crisis and its implications for Israel’s future.
The Abraham Accords marked a significant turning point in the Middle East. Imam Mohammad Tawhidi, known for his deep understanding of Islamic theology and his efforts to promote interfaith dialogue, brings a unique perspective to this discussion. He shares his insights on the Abraham Accords, interfaith relations, and prospects for a more peaceful Middle East.
This briefing explores the intensifying campaign to delegitimize Israel in international forums, the impact on Israel’s national security and diplomatic standing, as well as the broader implications for regional security. Colonel (res.) Adv. Pnina Sharvit Baruch shares her extensive experience and perspective on the challenges ahead, and discusses Europe’s unique role in addressing the delegitimization of Israel and promoting regional stability.
ELNET hosted an exclusive briefing with Chair of ELNET’s Forum of Strategic Dialogue, Maj. Gen. (ret.) Amos Yadlin, one of Israel’s foremost strategic authorities, to discuss the increasing threats to Israel’s security, the fallout from Israel’s internal crisis, and implications for Israel’s future international relations. He also addressed the changing strategic landscape, including the new era of superpower conflict, the war in Europe, the changing US presence in the Middle East, and Iran’s regional ascendency.
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) continues to destabilize the Middle East by arming, training, and directing terrorist proxies. In recent months, the EU and the UK have considered designating the IRGC as a terrorist organization in response to Iran’s transfer of killer drones to Russia, brutal internal repression, destabilizing operations in the Middle East, and operating terror cells in Europe. The ban would send a strong message to Tehran, prevent IRGC operations in Europe, and enhance efforts to counter Iran’s nuclear and terrorist activities. Renowned Iran expert Kasra Aarabi discusses the Iranian threat and Europe’s response.
Israel is facing an unprecedented multi-frontal attack from Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria and confronting a wave of terrorism in the West Bank, Jerusalem, and Tel Aviv. While Hamas is the direct instigator of these attacks, it is clear that Iran’s strategy of encircling Israel is accelerating, as the U.S. retreats from the region while Iran, backed by Russia and China, is increasingly emboldened. Jason Greenblatt, former White House Middle East Envoy, discusses his role in developing the Abraham Accords and provides a strategic overview on Israel and the Middle East.
Professor Itamar Rabinovich recently wrote Middle Eastern Maze: Israel, the Arabs, and the Middle East 1948 to 2022. The work, to be published on March 15th, is a unique view of Israel and the Middle East by an academic historian and diplomat who once served as Israel’s chief negotiator to the Syrian government. Professor Rabinovich shares his insights on the lessons of the past and what they portend for the future of the Jewish state and the region.
In the immediate aftermath of the devastating earthquake in Turkey, Israel was one of the first countries to deploy a massive search and rescue effort on the ground. Israel’s operation accelerated the process of improving relations between the two countries. Dr. Hay Eytan Cohen Yanarocak provides an update on Turkey’s humanitarian and political crisis, the future of Israel-Turkey relations and the key role played by Turkey in the Middle East and East Mediterranean.
Iran’s domestic repression and growing military alliance with Russia is generating growing backlash in Europe including a campaign to designate the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps as a terrorist organization. Dr. Meir Javedanfar gives an exclusive briefing on Iran’s internal unrest, regional aggression, and growing international isolation.
Proposed judicial reforms by Israel’s new right-wing government have led to widespread protests across multiple sectors of Israeli society. What are the implications of these potential changes for Israeli government and society? How will this development affect Israel’s international relations, particularly in Europe?
UK Jewish Chronicle Chief Politics and Investigations Reporter David Rose released bombshell findings of severe corruption, misuse of international aid, and human rights abuses within British-trained security forces of the Palestinian Authority. David addresses key questions based on his interviews with top PA officials, activists and citizens, such as what is the viability of the PA to act as a governing body now and beyond Abbas? What is the impact of PA corruption amongst Palestinians and on hopes for peace?
Israel’s new government marks a shift in Israeli politics, both domestic and foreign. How will this new government be met on the world stage, which is also undergoing significant geopolitical shifts. How could changes impact Israel’s relationship with the West and Abraham Accords nations?
ELNET hosts a special roundtable discussion with leading European and Israeli experts on the future of the Abraham Accords, and Europe’s strategic role and interest in strengthening regional peace and security in the Middle East.
Global fury has ensued following Amnesty International’s libelous and biased report falsely labeling Israel as an apartheid state. Dr. Emmanuel Navon discusses Europe’s reaction to the inflammatory document that further fuels anti-Zionist sentiment amid rising global antisemitism.
Watch this special roundtable discussion with leading European and Israeli experts on the future of the Abraham Accords, and Europe’s strategic role and interest in strengthening regional peace and security in the Middle East.
As Russia’s war in Ukraine wages on, border countries continue to struggle with an unprecedented influx of refugees. Working together with local authorities, ELNET-Poland created a program to address this pressing need, bringing Israeli expertise to train those on the frontline of the refugee crisis.
As Europe grapples with a new era of security threats resulting from Russia’s war in Ukraine, the urgent need to upgrade military capabilities includes the growing challenge of cyber warfare. Watch leading French cybersecurity expert Guy-Philippe Goldstein, as he explores the role of cyber attacks in the war in Ukraine and the importance of Europe-Israel cooperation in dealing with emerging cybersecurity threats including from Iran.
Straddled between Europe and Asia, Turkey continues to navigate complex geopolitical developments from the Syrian civil war to successive refugee crises, and Russia’s war on Ukraine. Where do Israel-Turkey relations stand today, and how does this evolving relationship impact Israel’s security and its ties to the region? Watch this discussion with Israeli expert on Turkey, Dr. Hay Eytan Cohen Yanarocak
Russia is determined to expand its war on Ukraine. Angered by sustained US outreach to Taiwan, China seeks to further expand its influence to roll back American global power. We are entering a new round of uncertainty regarding the Iran threat as the P5+1 group of countries closes in on a new deal with Tehran. How do these nations working together complicate security for Israel and its allies in the Middle East and Europe?
Russia’s war on Ukraine continues to generate instability in Europe. As part of its broader strategy in the face of Moscow’s threats, NATO is expanding its collaboration with Israel. What will this increased cooperation look like, and how will these strategic developments impact Israel, Europe, and the Middle East?
Though the once positive relations between Israel and Turkey have deteriorated over the past several decades, joint strategic concerns have begun to bring the two nations closer once again. Just last month, Israeli President Isaac Herzog visited Turkey – the first by an Israeli president in 14 years. Watch Dr. Eran Lerman speak on what these new relations mean for Israel, the region generally, and the impact this development has on the war in Ukraine.
Averting a major crisis, Macron’s last-minute victory ensures that France will remain part of the West and NATO for the foreseeable future. Yet, the strong showing by Marine Le Pen’s far-right nationalist party is deeply troubling. What do French politics portend for the future of France, Europe, and the relationship with Israel? How is Europe changing as a result of Russia’s war in Ukraine? What are the implications for Israel and the region?
Twenty years after the start of the second intifada, Israel is once again under attack, with 11 murdered in a week of mayhem. This wave of attacks led to a high state of emergency on the eve of the intersection between Passover, Ramadan, and Easter. How will Israel respond? And what will be the effect of the latest political crisis?
The war in Ukraine seems to have fundamentally changed the threat perception in Western democracies and legitimized a fundamentally different kind of response. This may bring about, particularly in Europe, a better understanding of the Middle East and a more realistic policy in the region.
As the horrors of the brutal Russian invasion continue to unfold, the future of the world order, European security, and the global economy hang in the balance. What are Putin’s options and how will the West respond? What is the immediate and long term impact of the war on Europe, Israel, and the Middle East? Will Israel’s unique strategic position and role as mediator bolster or hurt its relations with Europe?
Dr. Samaan gives a briefing on will brief us on the crisis in Lebanon as well as the latest global and regional developments. As part of his overview of French Middle East diplomacy, Dr. Samaan addresses its policy toward Hezbollah and the reasons why France has yet to ban the terror organization.
The coronavirus has impacted our lives over the last two years, but vaccines developed by Pfizer, Moderna, and other therapies give hope that life could soon return to normal. Hear from Israel’s leading immunology expert, Prof. Jonathan Gershoni, as he clarifies the muddied waters, and provides insight on where we are, and what’s next in the COVID-19 crisis.
As governments across the globe struggle to contain the spread of the Covid-19 Delta variant, Israel was the first country to approve the third booster vaccination shot. Prof. Ran Balicer, who chairs the Covid-19 National Experts Team advising the Israeli government will join us to share the Israeli experience on vaccination roll-out and public health policies.
Twenty years after the 9/11 attack, Dr. Emmanuel El-Badawy, UK’s leading expert on violent extremism, joined us to address these questions and provide her assessment of counter-terrorism policies after the withdrawal from Afghanistan.
The new Israeli government is intensively working to improve ties with Europe. Dr. Emmanuel Navon, one of Israel’s top foreign policy experts, joined us to discuss how the new Israeli government will conduct its relations with allies in Europe and the United States.
How will the developments in Afghanistan affect the Middle East, Israel, and Europe? What role should Europe play? Dr. Dan Schueftan, one of Israel’s boldest strategic thinkers, joined us to discuss the geopolitical implications of the Afghanistan crisis.
Nickolay Mladenov, a veteran Bulgarian diplomat who served as the UN Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process between 2015 and 2020, joined us to discuss his experience and perspective on the UN involvement in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
The third session of the European Summit on Islamist Radicalization and Terrorist Threat entitled “Fighting Islamist Terrorism, a Challenge for Europe’s Security and Future” provided an opportunity to hear about this challenge to national security in Europe, and beyond, from leading experts and officials, including former Prime Ministers of France Manuel Valls and the UK Theresa May.
As the new government takes its first steps, what will be the impact on Israel’s foreign policy? How will it respond to the Iran nuclear deal, the Palestinian conflict, and relations with the United States, Europe, and the new Arab allies? Two veteran Israeli journalists, Barak Ravid of Walla News and Tal Schneider of The Times of Israel, joined us to discuss the changing political landscape in Israel.
Can France protect the largest Jewish community in Europe against the rising tide of antisemitism? Bernard-Henri Lévy, esteemed French philosopher and best-selling author, joined us for a unique conversation on the Halimi case, and its impact on French society.
Oudy Bloch, a criminal law expert, and the lawyer representing the Halimi family, and Muriel Ouaknine-Melki, President of the European Jewish Organization, will join us to discuss the Halimi case, its impact on France and Europe’s largest Jewish Diaspora.
Special briefing with Lt. Col. Jonathan Conricus on the situation in Israel and Gaza amid the latest round of hostilities.
Discussion on how to create a decisive advantage in space by joining the forces of Germany and Israel.
Former MK Michal Cotler-Wunsh, Member of the European Parliament Soren Gade, Brig. Gen. (ret.) Michael Herzog.
Amb. Dennis Ross – The Israeli Palestinian Conflict: Headed to Court (Closing Remarks).
Opening Remarks and keynote speeches by Dr. Arie Bensemhoun, Prof. Irwin Cotler, Justice Elyakim Rubinstein.
The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict: Headed to Court Legal Implications: Prof. François Zimeray, Dr Christophe Eick, Dr Tal Becker.
Tal Shalev, a well-known political analyst and chief political correspondent for Walla News, joined us to make sense of Israel’s political landscape, discuss key takeaways from the latest round of elections and possible scenarios for the political future of the country.
Amos Harel, who has been covering Israel’s coronavirus strategy along with defense issues for the Israeli newspaper Haaretz, joined us to discuss how Israel became the world leader in vaccinating against COVID-19 and how this could further its geostrategic interests.
Tal Shalev, a well-known political analyst and chief political correspondent for Walla News, joined us to make sense of Israel’s political landscape, discuss key takeaways from the latest round of elections and possible scenarios for the political future of the country.
Amos Harel, who has been covering Israel’s coronavirus strategy along with defense issues for the Israeli newspaper Haaretz, joined us to discuss how Israel became the world leader in vaccinating against COVID-19 and how this could further its geostrategic interests.
Lahav Harkov, senior contributing editor and diplomatic correspondent for Israel’s leading English-language outlet, The Jerusalem Post, joined us to provide an incisive overview of Israel’s political landscape ahead of the March 2021 elections.
Prof. Jonathan Gershoni, Israel’s leading immunology expert joined us to discuss what awaits us in the weeks and months ahead, and share his assessment of the validity of the new vaccines, as well as insights into the technology and international efforts to develop them.
MP Omid Nouripour, an Iranian-born German Bundestag member who serves as the ranking member of the Greens caucus in the Foreign Affairs Committee, as well as the spokesperson of the Greens on Foreign Affairs, joined us to discuss the German approach to Iran and how it could shape the transatlantic agenda vis-a-vis Teheran.
With the Arab-Israeli normalization opening a new chapter in regional dialogue, the speakers offer their insights with regard to the failure to break through to a solution for the Israeli-Palestinian conflict as well as the changing strategic landscape – in search of new paradigms.
Dr. Navon discusses the impact of Jewish history on Israel’s foreign policy and diplomacy and shares his perspective on Israel’s relations with Europe, placing the recent developments in a historical context.
With the burden of history on their shoulders, over the past decades subsequent German governments made steps toward establishing a positive and special relationship between Germany and Israel.
Lt. Col. Jonathan Conricus, the IDF International Spokesperson, joined us to discuss the turbulent situation in Lebanon and Syria and its impact on Israel’s security in the Northern arena.
Meir Javedenfar, a leading Iranian-Israeli academic joined us to provide an insider view on the upsurge of tensions between Iran and Israel and the possible trajectories in the weeks and months ahead.
Ambassador Daniel Taub, a veteran Israeli diplomat and international lawyer, joined us to discuss how international law applies to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the implications for the international community.
Alexander Pevzner, a top expert on the complex Chinese-Israel relations, will join us to discuss the U.S.-China rivalry and how it shapes the difficult balancing act of Israel vis-a-vis the two global powers as they drift further apart.
MP Władysław T. Bartoszewski, joined us to review the key events in contemporary Polish-Israeli diplomatic relations, and discuss how the new opening could help strengthen the friendship between the two countries and their people.
Katharina von Schnurbein, the first European Commission Coordinator on combatting Antisemitism, joined us to provide insights into the efforts to fight antisemitism in Europe and her assessment of the challenges ahead.
Facing the unprecedented COVID-19 crisis, together with the Forum of Strategic Dialogue (FSD) and the Delegation of the EU to Israel we launched a series of virtual roundtables on topics of mutual interest to Europe and Israel. These roundtables involve policymakers, experts and journalists, as well as other professionals who follow the European-Israeli arena. The first roundtable was designed to share the valuable lessons learnt in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic on both sides, reflect on strategies and explore cooperation between Europe and Israel.
For the first time since the outbreak of the pandemic, world-leading economists from Europe, Israel, and the U.S. share the virtual stage to discuss how COVID-19 is affecting the global economy, and what this could mean for Europe and Israel. The debate addresses the key challenges ahead and the main engines of recovery, impact on supply chains, international cooperation, and trade. The conference was organized by Start-Up Nation Central (SNC) and European Leadership Network (ELNET), as the second in a series of joint online events dedicated to Europe-Israel economic cooperation.
Mati Gill, Senior Director of Public Policy at Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., the largest generic drug manufacturer in the world, joined us to discuss what Israel’s innovative ecosystem has to offer in the race for COVID-19 treatments, and how companies such as Teva can contribute to the fight against the virus.
Dr. Michael Blume, Special Envoy to Combat Antisemitism of the German Federal State of Baden-Württemberg discusses the recent manifestations of antisemitism in Germany, and how state and civil society can work together during this time to combat the world’s oldest hatred.
Leading experts, officials, journalists and practitioners from Israel and Europe exchange ideas and discuss how innovation and data-driven solutions in digital health can help us tackle one of the biggest crises of the modern age – the coronavirus pandemic.
Video briefing and Q&A session with Israel’s leading expert on Palestinian affairs, Khaled Abu Toameh (The Jerusalem Post), who discussed the unprecedented cooperation between Israel and the Palestinian Authority amidst the coronavirus pandemic.
Video briefing and Q&A session with Israel’s leading political analysts, Amit Segal (Chief Political Correspondent, Channel 12 News) and Barak Ravid (Senior Diplomatic Correspondent, Channel 13 News). The speakers share their perspectives on Israel’s political landscape.
Video briefing and Q&A session with Israel’s leading defense analyst, Amos Harel. The speaker discusses the coronavirus crisis impact on the Middle East and regional cooperation, as well as coordination between Israel and the Palestinian Authority.
Full video briefing with Israel’s leading COVID-19 expert, Prof. Jonathan Gershoni, Professor of Molecular Immunology and Virology at Tel Aviv University. Prof. Gershoni discussed the current situation in Israel, possible treatments and vaccine development.
Full video recording from the policy briefing with leading immunology experts, Prof. Michal Linial (Hebrew University), David Zigdon (Migdal Research Institute), as well as Prof. Itamar Grotto, Deputy Director-General, Israeli Ministry of Health.
Highlights from the video briefing with Israel’s leading COVID-19 expert, Prof. Jonathan Gershoni, Professor of Molecular Immunology and Virology at Tel Aviv University. Prof. Gershoni discussed the current situation in Israel, possible treatments and vaccine development.
Highlights from the policy briefing with leading immunology experts, Prof. Michal Linial (Hebrew University), David Zigdon (Migdal Research Institute), as well as Prof. Itamar Grotto, Deputy Director-General, Israeli Ministry of Health.
On the occasion of the centenary of the San Remo Conference,
ELNET is holding a special video conference “100 Years After the San Remo Conference: In Search of a New Paradigm for the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict”
On the occasion of the centenary of the San Remo Conference, ELNET hosted a special video conference “100 Years After the San Remo Conference: The Prospects for Israeli-Palestinian Peace”.
Facing the unprecedented COVID-19 crisis, together with the Forum of Strategic Dialogue (FSD) and the Delegation of the EU to Israel, ELNET launched a series of virtual roundtables on topics of mutual interest to Europe and Israel.
Special online event on the future of the global economy we held last week in cooperation with our partner, Start-Up Nation Central.
Video conference on shared Europe-Israel opportunities and challenges of innovating in the fight against coronavirus.
Jerusalem Post published an article about ELNET’s first of a kind video conference for European policymakers about the challenges and solutions to the coronavirus crisis.
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