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Wise Case Launch: Challenging Financial Exclusion of Palestinians
Two Palestinian women residing in Italy have initiated proceedings against Wise Europe SA after their bank accounts were suddenly closed without notice or explanation. They are supported by the European Legal Support Center (ELSC) and legally assisted by the Brussels-based law firm Progress Lawyers Network (PLN). The case is now before the Court of First Instance of Brussels, where their legal team is seeking accountability for what we view as an unlawful and discriminatory action. This is not only a matter of contract law and consumer rights, but also about the systemic financial exclusion practiced against Palestinians in Europe and beyond. -
09/19/2025The Time for Accountability is Now: Criminal Complaint against German Government Officials for Aiding and Abetting Israel’s Genocide in Gaza
Berlin, September 19, 2025 – A criminal complaint against German Government officials and arms trade executives was filed today by a collective of lawyers in Berlin with the support of the European Legal Support Center (ELSC), Palestine Institute for Public Diplomacy (PIPD) and Law for Palestine. The Complaint was announced at a press conference today. -
Oxford Union Debating Society Sued for Alteration and Censorship of Palestinian Writer’s Speech
London, 5 September 2025, The European Legal Support Center (ELSC) has filed a claim for discrimination on behalf of its client, Palestinian best-selling author susan abulhawa, against the Oxford Union Debating Society for unlawful and unethical editing the recording of her speech at the Oxford Union in a November 2024 debate. -
Legal Victory: German Federal Constitutional Court Ends Separation of Baby and Parents Over Palestine Solidarity
Berlin, 19 August 2025 — The German Federal Constitutional Court has ruled that a one-year-old child, separated for months from his Palestinian-Jordanian mother over Palestine solidarity, must be allowed to re-enter Germany. The decision ends the family’s separation and highlights concerns about German authorities’ use of migration laws to punish Palestine solidarity. -
Dutch Government Proposes Bill Aimed at Suppressing Opposition to its Complicity in the Genocide: ELSC Sends Objection, Encourages Others to Speak Out
The Dutch government has proposed a new bill primarily aimed at suppressing opposition to its complicity in the genocide in Gaza. The law proposal, submitted by the (outgoing) cabinet, would criminalise the so-called “glorification of terrorism” and “public support for terrorist organisations”. The bill deliberately lacks clear definitions of what would constitute a punishable offence, allowing it to be used to prosecute people who oppose government policy. Given the government’s unconditional support for the Israeli genocide in Gaza, even symbolic expressions of solidarity such as a watermelon could potentially be prosecuted as “glorification of terrorism” under this vague law. -
ELSC and PILC File Complaint with Solicitors Regulation Authority Against UK Lawyers for Israel (UKLFI) Director
The ELSC and PILC have submitted a formal complaint to the SRA against Caroline Turner, Director of UKLFI, alleging breaches of the SRA’s Principles and Code of Conduct, including the use of Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPP), which are lawsuits intended to limit freedom of expression on matters of public interest. Additionally, we are calling for an investigation into whether UKLFI is operating as an unregulated law firm, and urging the SRA to bring it under regulatory oversight. -
08/12/2025NEW ELSC report: Europe’s Proscription of Palestine Solidarity
London, 12 August 2025 – Following recent UK court hearings on the ban of Palestine Action under anti-terrorism laws, and the arrest of over 500 protesters on 9 August 2025 for defying the proscription, the European Legal Support Center (ELSC) is publishing a comprehensive report, Europe’s Proscription of Palestine Solidarity, exposing the systematic criminalisation of Palestine solidarity groups across the continent. -
08/08/2025ELSC Newsletter: July 2025
ELSC Newsletter: July 2025 Dear Friend,Over the past month, we’ve fought some crucial battles and secured a number of legal victories, which we bring to you in this month’s newsletter, along with some useful resources to continue mobilising for Palestine. SAVE THE DATE Appeal Hearing on Dutch State’s Role in Facilitating Israel’s Genocide and Illegal… -
Save the date: Appeal Hearing on Dutch State’s Role in Facilitating Israel’s Genocide and Illegal Occupation
Ten Palestinian and Dutch organisations will appeal a landmark case against the Dutch State on 3 September 2025 in The Hague. They demand an end to Dutch exports supporting Israel’s occupation and war crimes in Palestine, arguing the State fails to uphold international law and prevent genocide. Media are invited to attend the hearing.