Coca-Cola’s Involvement in Israel

Introduction

Coca-Cola, one of the world’s largest beverage companies, has supported Israel since 1966. In 1997, the Government of Israel Economic Mission honoured Coca-Cola at the Israel Trade Award Dinner for its continued support of Israel for the last 30 years and for refusing to abide by the Arab League boycott of Israel. However, Coca-Cola’s involvement in Israel has been a source of controversy and criticism, particularly in light of the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Coca-Cola’s Factory in Atarot

Coca-Cola operates a factory in Atarot, an illegal Israeli settlement built on stolen Palestinian land. The settlement is located in the occupied West Bank, and its construction has resulted in the forcible removal of Palestinian communities. Coca-Cola’s presence in Atarot has been condemned by human rights groups and activists, who argue that the company is ignoring international law and profiting from the illegal occupation.

Calls for Boycotts

Coca-Cola’s support for Israel has led to calls for boycotts of the company and its products. The #NotInMyFridge campaign by Friends of Al Aqsa calls for a boycott of Coca-Cola because it profits from the Israeli occupation of Palestine. The campaign states that Coca-Cola violates international law by operating in Atarot, an illegal Israeli settlement built on stolen Palestinian land. The campaign has gained traction on social media, with many people sharing the hashtag and urging others to boycott Coca-Cola.

Conclusion

In conclusion, Coca-Cola’s involvement in Israel and its operation of a factory in an illegal Israeli settlement have been a source of controversy and criticism. The company’s support for Israel has led to calls for boycotts, with many people urging others to avoid Coca-Cola and other brands that profit from the Israeli occupation of Palestine.

All Coca-Cola Company’s Brands

1. Ades (Non-carbonated fruit beverages)
2. Appletiser (Sparkling apple juice)
3. Aquarius (Isotonic sports drink)
4. Ayataka (Green tea)
5. Barq’s (Root beer)
6. Body Armor (Sports drink)
7. Ciel (Bottled water)
8. Coca-Cola (Carbonated soft drink)
9. Costa Coffee (Coffee beverages)
10. Dasani (Bottled water)
11. del Valle (Fruit juices)
12. Diet Coke (Low-calorie carbonated soft drink)
13. Dogadan (Herbal tea)
14. Fairlife (Milk and dairy products)
15. Fanta (Fruit-flavored carbonated soft drink)
16. Fresca (Citrus-flavored soft drink)
17. Fresca Mixed (Mixed fruit-flavored soft drink)
18. Fuze Tea (Iced tea and fruit drinks)
19. Georgia (Coffee and tea beverages)
20. Gold Peak (Ready-to-drink tea and coffee)
21. GLACÉAU Smartwater (Enhanced water)
22. GLACÉAU Vitaminwater (Vitamin-enhanced water)
23. i Lohas (Sparkling water)
24. Innocent (Fruit smoothies and juices)
25. Jack Daniel’s and Coca-Cola (Ready-to-drink cocktail)
26. Lemon-Dou (Lemon-flavored soft drink)
27. Minute Maid (Fruit juices and drinks)
28. Peace Tea (Flavored iced tea)
29. Powerade (Sports drink)
30. Schweppes (Carbonated mixers and beverages)
31. Simply (Fruit juices and drinks)
32. Simply Spiked (Alcoholic beverages)
33. Sprite (Lemon-lime flavoured soft drink)
34. TopoChico (Mineral water and sparkling water)

Source

(1) 15 Brands that Support Israel in 2023 – Branded Girls. https://www.brandedgirls.com/brands-that-support-israel/.
(2) Boycott Israel Campaign – Boycott Coca Cola. http://www.inminds.co.uk/boycott-coca-cola.html.
(3) Coca-Cola’s New “Bridge” to Israel | Tom Glaser | The Blogs. https://blogs.timesofisrael.com/coca-colas-new-bridge-to-israel/.
(4) List of Brands Supporting Israel That Muslims Are Boycotting. https://theislamicinformation.com/news/list-of-brands-supporting-israel/.