Israel to close British consulate in East Jerusalem after sanctions on illegal West Bank settlements
Middle East2 sources2 countries🔦 Under-reported47m ago
The Israeli government has confirmed the closure of the British consulate in East Jerusalem. Foreign Minister Israel Katz announced that 20 diplomats, including the consul general, are being expelled from the country as a result of the decision.
The move follows the United Kingdom's implementation of sanctions prohibiting trade with illegal settlements in the West Bank. Israeli officials have characterized the consulate closure as a direct retaliatory measure against these trade restrictions.
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Sky News WorldExplicitly frames the closure as a retaliatory action against trade bans
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