UK, Israel Reach Deal to Preserve British Mission in Jerusalem
Diplomatic tensions between the two countries escalated last month after London announced trade restrictions on Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank.
TL;DR
- UK and Israel agree to keep a British diplomatic mission in Jerusalem.
- The consulate will be renamed the "UK Mission".
- The mission will continue to provide vital services and work with the Palestinian people.
- The UK has temporarily withdrawn some staff but plans to increase its presence.
- Israel stated the consulate's work will be very limited.
- The consul general and 19 diplomats are ending their assignments and leaving Israel.