Open Letter for Ceasefire in Gaza
The Brussels International Center, under the leadership of Ambassador Otte, former EU Special Representative for the Middle East Peace Process, is spearheading a campaign calling for an immediate and lasting ceasefire across Gaza, the West Bank, and Israel.
We invite interested organisations to add their voice to the following letter, encouraging
BIC Launches Campaign for Ceasefire in Gaza with Support from Members of the European Parliament
BRUSSELS, [17/11/2023] – The Brussels International Center (BIC), under the leadership of Amb. Marc Otte, BIC President and Former EU Representative for the Middle East Peace Process, is launching a campaign for a ceasefire in Gaza, in collaboration with Members of the European Parliament. This initiative comes at a crucial time, marked by an unprecedented number of civilian casualties and widespread infrastructure destruction in the Gaza strip.
Hamas-Israel Conflict: Renewed Strain in the Middle East
Submitted by Ambassador Marc Otte on Wed, 10/11/2023 - 10:23
The ongoing conflict between Hamas and Israel has triggered a renewed wave of tensions in the Middle East, characterized by a series of military exchanges that have far-reaching implications. Over the weekend, Hamas fighters, based in the besieged Gaza Strip, launched an unprecedented and forceful attack on Israel.
A Critical Analysis of Ursula von der Leyen's State of the Union Address
Submitted by Fernando AguiarPosition: Senior Advisor on Conflict and EU Foreign Affairs on Wed, 09/20/2023 - 11:44
With just eight months remaining until the European elections, this year's address centred on reviewing the Commission's accomplishments during its current term. In a departure from previous years, there was increased emphasis on the prospective influence of artificial intelligence and technology within the European Union, as well as ambitious proposals for expanding the bloc.
A Critical Analysis of Ursula von der Leyen's State of the Union Address
With just eight months remaining until the European elections, this year's address centred on reviewing the Commission's accomplishments during its current term. In a departure from previous years, there was increased emphasis on the prospective influence of artificial intelligence and technology within the European Union, as well as ambitious proposals for expanding the bloc.
Shifting Gulf Foreign Aid: Prospects and Obstacles in EU Collaboration
Submitted by Sebastian SonsPosition: External Middle East Expert | Senior Researcher, CARPO on Mon, 07/24/2023 - 12:03
BIC Reacts to the EU's Latest Migration Agreement
BRUSSELS, 19 JULY 2023 - The European Union's (EU) recently announced deal with Tunisia to tackle migration and boost trade relations has ignited a critical response from human rights experts, analysts, and lawmakers, highlighting concerns over financial transparency and potential human rights abuses.
BIC Reacts to the European Council Conclusions of 29-30 June 2023
On 30 June 2023, the EU released its Council conclusions, presenting an opportunity to analyze the strategic direction of the European Union and anticipating potential implications for the future.