UK set to sanction Israeli settlements in West Bank – what we know
- US ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee has condemned prospective UK sanctions on West Bank settlements, describing them as irrational and discriminatory against Jewish people.
- Foreign secretary Ed Miliband is expected to outline a reset of UK-Israel relations in Parliament, potentially imposing trade restrictions on goods from illegal settlements.
- The tougher diplomatic stance by No10 risks sparking a row with Donald Trump and Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
- Andy Burnham discussed Middle East policy in a telephone call with Donald Trump ahead of the UK’s anticipated announcement.
- The Trump administration is reportedly preparing to issue a statement attacking the UK intervention amid rising violence in the West Bank.
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