European Forum of the Knesset
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The European Forum of the Knesset (EFK) is an astroturf lobbying coalition launched by the European Friends of Israel in 2009[1] with Israel lobbyist and Italian legislator Fiamma Nirenstein playing a central role.[2]
History
The EFK was reportedly created by Fiamma Nirenstein to "strengthen ties between Israel and European parliaments."[2] Other members include Tzipi Livni, Shaul Mofaz and Daniel Ben-Simon.[2]
Notes
- ↑ Carrie Sheffield, "MKs launch new alliance with European parliaments", Jerusalem Post, 4 August 2009, accessed on 17 October 2010
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Cnaan Liphshiz, "'Israel should drop apologetic tactics, admit it is at war'", Haaretz, 8 August 2009
