Britain plans to prohibit the import of goods produced in Israeli settlements located in the occupied West Bank. This policy is viewed as the most significant deviation from the U.K.’s traditional support for Israel. It emerges in reaction to actions by Israel in the West Bank and Gaza.
The decision marks a prominent shift in the U.K.’s stance, traditionally considered as a solid ally of Israel. The new direction is fueled by Israeli activities in the West Bank and Gaza regions, which have drawn criticism globally.
Date: September 8, 2026
Time: 7:30 a.m. EDT
British Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband was seen arriving at a cabinet meeting at 10 Downing Street in London, Tuesday morning.
The move includes potential sanctions on firms participating in the rapid expansion of settlements, deemed illegal under international law by many countries.
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