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UK Prime Minister Intensifies Criticism of Israel, Citing Palestinian Suffering
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First reported by NEWSru Israel · 15 hours ago
What happened
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has imposed sanctions on West Bank settlements, citing Palestinian suffering and a threat to the two-state solution. Israel has responded with anger, warning of retaliatory measures and signaling a significant diplomatic crisis.
- 01UK imposes sanctions on West Bank settlements.
- 02Prime Minister calls Palestinian suffering a "stain on conscience."
- 03Sanctions include trade bans and export license denials.
- 04Israel warns of retaliation, signaling diplomatic crisis.
- 05Other European nations reportedly join UK's pressure campaign.
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