Israeli universities and academics have faced an unprecedented global boycott since the occupation state launched its devastating war on the besieged Gaza Strip, which has claimed the lives of at least 43,600 Palestinians, the vast majority women and children, Israel’s Channel 12 reported yesterday.

Citing data from the Association of Israeli University Heads, the channel said more than 300 cases of academic boycott of Israeli universities and academics have been recorded since 7 October 2023.

According to the data, Belgium recorded the highest number of boycotts, reaching more than 40, followed by the United States with more than 35, Britain with more than 20 and the Netherlands with more than 15. Meanwhile, Italy recorded more than ten cases of boycotts, following an initiative launched by the Union of Academics there.