Brussels rally presses EU to curb trade with settlements

No Comment Video. Brussels rally presses EU to curb trade with settlements Copy/paste the link below: Copy/paste the article video embed link below: Updated: 18/06/2026 - 14:38 GMT+2 Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in Brussels on 17 June ahead of a European Union summit. Protesters call for sanctions on Israel and a ban on goods produced in Israeli settlements. 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. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT 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. EU Summit The territories occupied by Israel trade Brussels Greta Thunberg Gaza Flotilla Top stories Now playing Next Brussels rally presses EU to curb trade with settlements Now playing Next Mass protest by ultra-Orthodox Jews in Israel over army conscription Now playing Next Watch: Moment Trump signs US-Iran agreement at Versailles Now playing Next Latest news bulletin | June 18th, 2026 – Midday Now playing Next Video: Hundreds of drones target Russia in major Ukrainian attack Now playing Next UK: Tommy Robinson’s Oxford Union debate sparks protests and free speech backlash Now playing Next Latest news bulletin | June 18th, 2026 – Morning Now playing Next Air passengers to enjoy free cabin bags as decade-long EU talks end Now playing Next Russia says yacht on 'dangerous approach' in Channel prompted shots Now playing Next EU Parliament approves 'strictest-ever' migration law Now playing Next Which European countries have the cleanest swimming water? Now playing Next Bus with Belarus children hit by a drone in Russia, Moscow claims Now playing Next Archaeologists discover 5,000-year-old 'proto-Stonehenge' just a few miles from the famous monument Now playing Next Salesforce France CEO: Both leaders and employees need to adapt to AI Now playing Next Besides Trump, nobody believes deal will last, former US general says Now playing Next Voters head to the polls in key UK by-election that could determine Britain's next PM ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT No Comment Moment Trump signs US-Iran deal at Palace of Versailles No Comment Trump welcomed to Versailles for dinner with Macron No Comment Netherlands hosts Japan’s emperor Naruhito to boost 400-year ties No Comment Israeli settlers torch mosque in West Bank village of Jiljilya The Cube Misinformation targets Trump and European leaders at G7 Tech News Inside Amazon’s vision for AI, robotics and jobs in Europe Europe in Motion Where is EV charging cheapest and fastest? Europe News Hegseth says Europe must take the lead on building 'NATO 3.0' Europe Today Watch: Behind closed doors—Ukraine, taxes, and trade at this week's European Council Summit Europe Today Europe Today: NATO, Ukraine and the battle over Europe's future budget Business 50-year tax incentives and new financial centre unveiled at Tashkent forum Culture Series Hidden figures: Stephan Gladieu on photographing the people of North Korea ADVERTISEMENT Sport Ronaldo fails to score in disappointing Portugal opener as England dismantle Croatia in 4-2 win USA Trump signs initial deal to end Iran war and open Strait of Hormuz as nuclear talks continue Europe News AI dominates conversations at VivaTech Europe News WFP welcomes €695m donation from US as it warns acute hunger to worsen in 13 hotspots The Ring How can Europe compete with the US and China economically? MEPs debate on The Ring Europe News Germany and Poland sign new defence deal as balance of power in Europe shifts Lebanon Israel continues strikes on Lebanon ahead of anticipated US-Iran framework deal Europe News Bus with Belarus children's football team hit by a drone in Russia, Moscow claims ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT