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UK sanctions Israeli settlements, coordinating with nine countries

9/10/2026

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UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband announced sanctions on trade with Israeli settlements.
The UK called Israel’s occupation unlawful and coordinated sanctions with France, Canada and nine others.
Israel closed the British consulate in Jerusalem and banned twelve British MPs and activists.
U.S. ambassador Mike Huckabee warned America could retaliate with trade measures.
Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis called the sanctions a dark day for British Jews and warned of anti-Jewish hatred.

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UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband announced sanctions on trade with Israeli settlements.
The UK called Israel’s occupation unlawful and coordinated sanctions with France, Canada and nine others.
Israel closed the British consulate in Jerusalem and banned twelve British MPs and activists.
U.S. ambassador Mike Huckabee warned America could retaliate with trade measures.
Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis called the sanctions a dark day for British Jews and warned of anti-Jewish hatred.