ELNET is a non-profit organisation dedicated to strengthening relations between Europe and Israel based on shared democratic values and strategic interests

WHAT we DO

Our Four Key Policy Areas

Antisemitism & Anti-Zionism

ELNET UK is committed to creating healthier rhetoric which does not single out or judge Israel any differently to other democratic states.

A key element of our work is to combat the rising tide of antisemitism and the increasingly polarised, aggressive rhetoric around Zionism and the Jewish people’s right to self-determination. We believe that the IHRA definition of antisemitism is a vital tool in combatting antisemitism and work to see local governments sign up to this important and internationally respected definition.

Israel and the Middle East

A strategic partnership between Europe and Israel serves the interest of all parties and gives invaluable support to the pursuit of peace and stability in the Middle East.

Countering terrorism and radicalisation, encouraging moderation and understanding in peace negotiations, and developing strong economic and political ties to the region are common interests that the work of ELNET UK supports.

1.5+ track diplomatic EFFORTS

We host delegations, dialogues and policy conferences across Europe and Israel.

Leaders are brought into closer engagement with their counterparts across Europe with ELNET facilitating collaboration and policy exchange under the Chatham House Rule.

a strategic partnership

There are a host of policy areas in which the UK and Israel share an interest and in which both countries seek to develop and innovate; from health to education and the environment, for example.

In a post-Brexit and post-COVID world, our capacity to build on these important bilateral ties is needed now more than ever. The UK is Israel’s third largest trade partner and a key player in global diplomacy. Given Israel and the UK’s shared history and common strategic goals, we work to make clear where further deepening our partnership serves the interest of both nations.

  • Delegations

    ELNET UK organises delegations to Israel bringing important opinion formers and decision makers; itineraries have included the Northern border with Lebanon and Gaza.

    Guests of ELNET have included Lord Peter Mandelson, General Sir John McColl (former Deputy Supreme Allied Commander at NATO) and Bronwen Maddox (CEO of Chatham House).

  • Insights

    We bring expert analysts to the UK to share insights and expertise.

    We have designed visitor programmes for analysts that have included briefings for the FCDO, Parliament, think tanks and business.

  • Strategic Dialogue

    In 2024 ELNET UK hosted the E3-NATO-Israel Strategic Dialogue, featuring representatives from the UK Government and Opposition, as well as officials, MPs, and dignitaries from NATO, four European countries and Israel.

    We have partnered with MENA 2050 for the 4th Europe-Middle East Forum (2024), facilitating critical dialogue between UK, Europe, Abraham Accord countries, Israel and Palestinians. Our Eighth UK-Israel Strategic Dialogue was held in Jerusalem with attendees from RUSI and Chatham House.

  • Policy Publications

    Our Explainer series gives concise briefings on important aspects of the Israel-Hamas conflict, including Iran, the Houthis, Hezbollah and Palestinian Politics. We also produce in-depth briefings on critically important and complex issues.

  • European Network

    ELNET UK has a strong European network with offices in France, Germany, Italy, Poland (Central & Eastern Europe), and Brussels (EU & NATO).

  • Opinion

    We regularly publish opinion relating to UK foreign policy, Israel, and the Middle East in national publications and on our Times of Israel blog.