The UK is set to adopt a tougher stance on Israel by banning trade with illegal settlements, signaling a shift in diplomatic strategy and likely drawing criticism from the US and Israel.
Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband will announce a reset in UK-Israel relations, emphasizing stronger support for Palestinian rights and a two-state solution. The move includes a ban on trade in goods and services from illegal Israeli settlements, a measure expected to face strong opposition from Israel and the US.
Miliband’s approach is anticipated to be more direct than previous UK governments in addressing humanitarian issues in Gaza. While the policy may not fully meet Palestinian advocacy demands, it marks a shift from rhetorical support to active measures against settlement expansion. Polling indicates broad public support for the trade ban within the UK.
Why it matters
The move is likely to draw fierce criticism from US and Israel due to its stance on Palestinian rights.
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What to watch
Watch for UK imposition of trade ban on illegal Israeli settlements as foreign secretary intervenes.
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