Israeli expert warns: Italy turns its back on the occupation, and our image in Europe has become 'ostracized'

The Israeli occupation state is facing an unprecedented wave of political isolation in the European continent, as signs of a gradual break are beginning to appear even with the systems closest to it. Israeli experts warned that Europe's turning its back on Tel Aviv is no longer limited to diplomatic statements, but has moved to practical and tangible measures on the ground.

In this context, Yossi Shain, a political science expert and head of the Knesset delegation to the European Parliament, revealed his shock at the extent of the turmoil against Israel in Italy. Shain explained that Israel's standing is experiencing a sharp decline not only in the corridors of high politics, but has extended to civil society institutions and Italian public opinion in general.

Shain pointed out that the name of the head of the occupation government, Benjamin Netanyahu, has become a 'curse' in European political circles, reflecting the accumulated hatred towards his policies. He quoted a member of the European Parliament as saying that Israel was part of the Western system, but this link is fading and disappearing if the current path does not change.

The report touched on the dramatic shift in the position of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, who was classified as a personal friend and close ally of Netanyahu. Meloni, who previously warmly welcomed Netanyahu, began to radically change her political course, adopting a policy of distancing herself from the occupation government and increasingly criticizing its practices.

Observers believe that Meloni seeks to strengthen her position within the European Union by adopting more rational positions towards the conflict in the Middle East. Italian government-affiliated media described Israel as a 'war instigator', which reflects the extent of the gap that has widened between the former allies in recent months.

Degradation did not stop at the political level, but also reached military and security cooperation, which was a fundamental pillar in bilateral relations. Weeks ago, Italy canceled security agreements with Israel, a move that Shain considered an expression of deep disappointment and not just a fleeting political whim.

Sources indicate that the Italian view of Israel has changed from being a 'startup nation' and innovation to an entity that threatens the global order and human rights. This shift in mental image has led to the erosion of the moral and political standing of the occupation in one of the most important European capitals that used to provide it with political cover.

In meetings Shain held with Italian businessmen, it became clear that weariness with Israeli policies has reached unprecedented levels in the financial and business sector. A long-time commercial partner of Israel confirmed that its image has become associated with corruption and endless conflicts, making dealing with it a moral and commercial burden.

The report also monitored a shift in Italian public opinion, which now sees Israelis as 'violent individuals without purpose' as a result of daily scenes of aggression. Images of the collapse of the Israeli political system and internal protests topped Italian television screens, reinforcing the impression that Israeli society is heading towards disintegration.

Shain stated that hostility towards Israel is no longer confined to pro-Palestinian left-wing circles, but has seeped into the Italian right and political center. Israel is now seen as an obstacle to regional and international stability, which weakens any attempts to defend its narrative in international forums.

The new stereotype in Italy portrays Israelis as a constant source of problems and crises that affect Europe's security and stability. Media coverage of the occupation's crimes against Palestinian civilians plays a pivotal role in shaping this collective consciousness that rejects the continued unconditional support for Tel Aviv.

The Israeli expert concludes that Netanyahu, who was once seen as a shrewd politician, is now classified as the 'world's poison' and a real threat to peace. This harsh description reflects the extent of the isolation experienced by the head of the occupation government even in circles that considered him a strategic ally.

The decline in support in Italy sends a clear message to the occupation that its crimes in Gaza and Lebanon have begun to exact a heavy price on the diplomatic front. Israel's transformation into an 'ostracized entity' in Europe means the loss of a strategic depth that had provided it with protection from sanctions and international pressure for many years.

Finally, the report confirms that Israeli isolation in Europe is likely to worsen in light of the continued confrontational policies with the international community. If there is no fundamental change in Israeli behavior, the old continent may completely close its doors to the occupation state, leaving the latter alone to face the repercussions of its actions.

Netanyahu's name has become a curse, and if this path continues, Israel will become completely ostracized in the European continent.