UK, France, Canada Move to Restrict Trade With Israeli West Bank Settlements
The move follows Israel's approval of the E1 settlement project, which the UK says undermines a future Palestinian state.
TL;DR
- UK, France, and Canada plan to restrict trade with Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank.
- The policy aims to address settlement activity that undermines prospects for a Palestinian state.
- Measures include restrictions on settlement goods and services, expanded sanctions, and tighter export controls.
- Legislation for these measures is expected within six to nine months.
- The announcement precedes Israel's general election on October 27.