After noticing some politicians in EU being very pro Israel ( Francken, Stubb, …) I looked up if there’s Zionist influence on our government. Luckily EU forces them to register but they are still allowed to hasbara the crap out of our politicians.

The primary pro-Israel organizations active in Brussels include:

1. European Leadership Network (ELNET)
   What it is: ELNET is widely recognized as the largest and most robust pro-Israel lobbying network in Europe. It operates multiple offices across European capitals, including Brussels, Paris, and Berlin. [1, 2]
   Focus Areas: ELNET focuses heavily on strategic cooperation between the EU, NATO, and Israel. They target committees like the Foreign Affairs Committee (AFET) and the Security and Defence Subcommittee (SEDE), pushing for collaboration on cybersecurity, counter-terrorism, and high-tech innovation. [1]

2. Europe Israel Public Affairs (EIPA)
   What it is: EIPA is an advocacy organization based in Brussels, structured under the category of organizations representing religious communities. It operates out of the European Union Jewish Building. [1, 2]
   Focus Areas: EIPA works to strengthen bilateral political, economic, and cultural ties. They focus on EU Foreign Policy, International Trade, and the European Neighbourhood Policy. They regularly host events and build networks directly with European Parliament staffers and civil servants. []

3. NGO Monitor
   What it is: Headquartered in Jerusalem but active in Brussels, NGO Monitor is a research institute that tracks non-governmental organizations. [1]
   Focus Areas: They lobby the EU regarding how European development aid and humanitarian funding are allocated in the Middle East. Their main goal is to challenge and critique European funding given to Palestinian and international NGOs that they allege are hostile to Israel. [1]

4. European Coalition for Israel (ECI)
   What it is: ECI is a prominent Christian Zionist advocacy group that has engaged with EU institutions for over two decades.
   Focus Areas: They advocate for Israel’s right to secure borders, counter anti-Semitism within Europe, and promote cultural and historical ties based on shared Judeo-Christian values. [1]

5. European Jewish Association (EJA)
   What it is: While primarily a communal umbrella organization representing Jewish communities across Europe, the EJA is registered because it frequently engages in political advocacy. [, 2]
   Focus Areas: A significant portion of their registry focus includes fighting BDS (Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions) movements within Europe, promoting the IHRA definition of antisemitism, and lobbying for stronger EU diplomatic alignment with Israel. [1]

Let’s keep an eye on our national and Eu politicians and scrutinize any dealings with these groups. I know I won’t vote for politicians associated with them.