Sanctions on Israeli settlements: Here’s what Europe is saying and doing

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On Tuesday, the UK, France, Spain, Ireland, and Norway announced sanctions targeting Israeli settlements in the West Bank, citing their illegality under international law and the displacement of Palestinians. These measures, which include restrictions on trade and investment, aim to address growing international condemnation of settler violence and settlement expansion, though some EU states prefer joint action over unilateral measures.

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Submitted by Daniel Tester on Tue, 09/08/2026 - 15:20 The announcement by the UK against the West Bank occupation echoes unease in France, Spain, Ireland and Norway, among others The Israeli government wants to build settlements in the E1 corridor in the occupied West Bank, pictured here in September 2026 (AFP) On Relations between Israel and European states have deteriorated after the UK led moves on Tuesday to impose sanctions against Israeli settlements. In London, UK Foreign Secretary Ed Mil

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