The Papers: 'Israel reacts with fury' and 'air traffic collapse'
Summary
The UK government announced it will impose sanctions on Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, leading to angry reactions from Israel and some British Jewish leaders. This follows concerns over violence by settlers and hopes from the UK for a two-state solution. Meanwhile, major air traffic control problems in the UK caused many flight delays and cancellations.Key Facts
- UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband said the UK will sanction illegal Israeli settlements in the West Bank.
- Israel responded strongly and called the UK government “hostile” over this decision.
- Chief Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis warned the sanctions might encourage hatred against Jews in the UK.
- The UK aims for a peaceful two-state solution between Israelis and Palestinians.
- The announcement caused political debate within the UK and could affect relations with the US.
- Separate from this, UK air traffic control failures left tens of thousands of passengers stranded with flight delays and cancellations.
- The Bank of England governor warned of potential rising inflation due to global conflicts and weather events.
- Media also reported on British celebrities and royal family issues, but the main focus remains on UK foreign policy and air travel problems.
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