Czech Foreign Minister Vows to Block EU Sanctions Against Israel, Citing Security Concerns
How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
First reported by N12 · Jul 21, 2026
What happened
Czech Foreign Minister Petr Mačinka has pledged to block any EU sanctions against Israel, citing Israel's right to self-defense and criticizing some European countries' positions. Despite personal criticism of Israeli minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, Czechia opposes sanctions on Israeli politicians. The Czech government is strengthening economic and political ties with Israel and plans to move its embassy to Jerusalem.
- 01Czech Foreign Minister vows to block EU sanctions against Israel, even alone if necessary.
- 02Mačinka criticizes some European countries as Islamist-leaning and rejects Israel sanctions.
- 03Czechia opposes sanctions on Israeli ministers despite personal criticism of Ben-Gvir.
- 04Czechia prioritizes economic diplomacy and deepening ties with Israel under current government.
- 05Czech government warns against progressive left in Europe, citing Soviet-era lessons.
- 06Mačinka intends to move Czech embassy to Jerusalem during current government term.
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