Israel shuts British consulate over settlement sanctions
On Tuesday, Israel ordered the closure of the British Consulate in Jerusalem in response to Western sanctions imposed by London on settlements in the West Bank. The decision included the cessation of Britain's participation in a coordination mission led by Americans in Gaza, as well as the halt of British training for Palestinian Authority forces in the West Bank. Additionally, 12 British nationals were banned from entering Israeli territory, including Jeremy Corbyn and MP Zarah Sultana. Britain and other governments have implemented measures such as banning the import of goods from settlements and reducing trade with them, in response to the rising attacks by settlers on Palestinian villages. These actions have sparked anger among the Israeli occupation and threats of retaliatory measures, including expelling the British ambassador and closing the consulate.
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