Protest Against Israel's Participation in Horizon Europe Due to Dual-Use Concerns
On March 27, a protest in Brussels will demand Israel's removal from Horizon Europe, the EU's main funding program for research and innovation. Since joining in 2021, Israel could receive €1.11 billion through 231 beneficiaries linked to the IDF. Organizers, including Justice for Palestine, argue that Israeli universities and companies may use funds for military purposes. The EU has faced calls to suspend its cooperation agreement with Israel, citing violations of international law amid ongoing military operations in Gaza.
A protest in Brussels on March 27 will call for Israel's expulsion from Horizon Europe due to concerns over dual-use technologies. Israel joined Horizon Europe in 2021 and stands to gain €1.11 billion from the program, with 231 beneficiaries linked to the IDF.
AI-curated by TheiaOrganizers argue that funding may facilitate military surveillance and repression against Palestinians. They demand the EU suspend its cooperation agreement with Israel, citing violations of international law amid military actions in Gaza.
Notable beneficiaries include Xtend, Rafael Advanced Defense Systems, and Israel Aerospace Industries, which produce military technologies. The EU allows funding for dual-use research but claims to focus on civilian applications.
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