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Press Releases

Strategic Status for Serbian Lithium Project Undermines Democracy and Trust in the EU

Pressemitteilung

Background webinar on IPCC: Equity in climate modelling

Press briefing

Press Invitations

European Mobility Atlas 2021: Facts and Figures about Transport and Mobility in Europe

Press invitation

Invite Press-only pre-launch briefing on our European Mobility Atlas 2021: Facts and Figures about Transport and Mobility in Europe. On Wednesday 3 February 2021, 9:00 a.m. CET. (in English).

Statements from the Heinrich Böll Foundation

Stadtpanorama, jüdischer Friedhof auf dem Ölberg, Felsendom und Tempelberg, Jerusalem

We cannot lose sight of the two-state solution

Statement

We empathize with the pain and suffering of all Israelis – as well as with the pain and suffering of the Palestinians. A peace perspective requires a political solution that guarantees the right to self-determination and security for both Israel and Palestine.

Israelische Flagge vor dem Brandenburger Tor bei einer pro-israelischen Solidaritätskundgebung am 8. Oktober 2023 in Berlin

Statement by the Heinrich Böll Foundation on the Hamas attack on Israel

Statement

We condemn the brutal terrorist attack by Hamas on Israel in the strongest possible terms.Our full solidarity now goes to Israel, which has every right to defend itself against terror.

Pictures and Videos

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Experts

International Offices: Contact and information

Fighting against the destruction of our ecosystem, enforcing democracy and human rights, promoting equal rights for women, preventively securing peace in crisis zones - these are the goals that determine our work abroad, among others.

New Publications

Gender-Based Violence in the Context of Conflict and Crisis

Factsheet

Gender-based violence is a devastating consequence of crises and conflicts, disproportionately affecting women and girls. This factsheet highlights the international dimension and the impact of declining funding for aid projects.

By Aida Fatić

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For human security in Middle East policy: Options for political action

Security, dignity, and self-determination for all people in Palestine and Israel are the basis for lasting security. An approach based on international law and feminism offers further options for action.

Tapping into the Momentum

Policy Brief

The EU and India are seeking strategic partnerships to shape a more multipolar order. The TTC offers a platform to align on key issues related to trade, digital policy, and green tech - but translating intent into impact remains a work in progress.

By Rajat Kathuria and Amaia Sánchez-Cacicedo

Budgeting for Security?

Discussion Paper

As Europe rethinks its security strategy in light of global shifts, a new initiative aims to ramp up defense efforts. This paper warns the plan lacks real coordination incentives and calls for deeper reforms that tie funding to shared priorities like democratic resilience and climate security.

By Georg McCutcheon and Anton Möller

Titelblatt: Grafik mit stilisiertem Haus, gefüllt mit Regenbogenfarben auf Ziegelmuster, umgeben von traditionellem Ornamentmuster auf grünem Grund.

Unsettled Home

Autoethnographic journey across Central Asia

What does it mean to build a family when the world tells you your love doesn’t count or that you shouldn't exist? Unsettled Home brings together stories, reflections, and realities that challenge the norm and re-frame the meaning of family.

By Mirta Kamil