UK sanctions far-right Israeli ministers over Gaza comments
Summary
The UK has imposed sanctions on two Israeli ministers, Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich, by banning them from entering the UK and freezing their UK assets. This action is due to their comments related to the conflict in Gaza, which the UK views as incitement to violence and human rights abuses against Palestinians.Key Facts
- The UK sanctioned Israeli ministers Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich.
- They are banned from entering the UK and will have their UK assets frozen.
- UK foreign secretary cited their comments on Gaza as promoting violence and abuses.
- Smotrich opposed aid to Gaza, and Ben-Gvir called for relocating Gazans.
- The UK wants a ceasefire in Gaza and a path to a two-state solution.
- Israeli officials have criticized the UK's decision as unacceptable.
- The sanctions align with actions and views from countries like Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Norway regarding violence in the West Bank.
- Smotrich and Ben-Gvir belong to right-wing parties in Israel's coalition government.
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