Israel Closes British Consulate in Jerusalem Over West Bank Sanctions
Israel announced retaliatory measures against the United Kingdom following London's decision to sanction individuals operating in the West Bank. Israeli Foreign Minister Eli Cohen condemned the British move as a "blatant attempt by a foreign government to influence an election period."
Among the Israeli responses is the closure of the British Consulate in East Jerusalem, an institution that has been operating since the 19th century. Additionally, British representatives stationed at the International Headquarters in Kiryat Gat will be expelled, and British aid for training Palestinian Authority security forces will be halted.
The British sanctions, which target individuals involved in settlement activity, were joined by several other European nations. This diplomatic escalation highlights the growing international pressure regarding Israeli settlement policy in the West Bank.
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