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Brussels rally presses EU to curb trade with settlements

A protest near EU institutions in Brussels called on the EU to restrict trade with Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territories. The event was organized by Avaaz and included participants like Greta Thunberg. Protesters demanded an end to EU imports of goods from settlements, citing the EU's economic influence as a tool to pressure Israel. The demonstration is part of a larger campaign ahead of upcoming EU leader discussions.

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The protest took place near EU institutions and brought together activists, human rights campaigners and members of a recent Gaza-bound flotilla. Participants argued that the bloc should use its economic influence to increase pressure on Israel amid continuing tensions linked to the war in Gaza and the expansion of settlements in the occupied Palestinian territories.

The demonstration was organised by the human rights group Avaaz and included Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg. Protesters carried signs reading “EU, stop buying what Israel steals” and demanded restrictions on imports such as dates, avocados and other agricultural products originating from settlements.

Avaaz official Pascal Vollenweider said the European market gives the EU significant leverage over Israeli policies. Among the speakers was flotilla participant Arno Meyns, who said he had been detained by Israeli forces during a maritime mission last month.

The rally formed part of a broader campaign seeking stronger European action ahead of discussions by EU leaders in Brussels on 18 June.

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Brussels rally presses EU to curb trade with settlements

A protest near EU institutions in Brussels called on the EU to restrict trade with Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territories. The event was organized by Avaaz and included participants like Greta Thunberg. Protesters demanded an end to EU imports of goods from settlements, citing the EU's economic influence as a tool to pressure Israel. The demonstration is part of a larger campaign ahead of upcoming EU leader discussions.

Bias read (Left): The article frames the EU's trade relations with Israel as a moral issue tied to human rights and settlement expansion, emphasizing activism and calls for economic sanctions without presenting counterarguments or alternative perspectives. It highlights the protesters' demands and quotes from their组织

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