One year on, the UK’s recognition of Palestinian statehood is bearing fruit
Summary
One year after the UK and nine other Western countries recognized the State of Palestine, the UK government has taken new steps calling Israel’s occupation of Palestinian lands unlawful. The UK now bans certain goods and services from Israeli settlements and has joined other countries in imposing sanctions on companies involved with settlements.Key Facts
- The UK recognized Palestinian statehood about a year ago along with nine other Western countries.
- The UK government now says Israel’s occupation of Palestinian lands is illegal.
- Britain has banned goods, services, advertising, arms licenses, and sanctioned companies connected to Israeli settlements.
- The International Court of Justice ruled in July 2024 that Israel’s occupation and settlement activities violate international law.
- Eleven countries, including Canada, France, and Sweden, joined the UK in making a statement supporting sanctions on settlements.
- Israel ordered the UK to close its consulate in East Jerusalem, despite having no legal authority there.
- Israeli forces have demolished homes of Palestinians in the West Bank, causing homelessness for about 70 people.
- Israeli settlement building continues, with thousands of new housing units planned in occupied areas.
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