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UK announces sanctions on West Bank settlements prompting furious Israeli response
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
The UK Foreign Office announced sanctions targeting West Bank settlements on January 20, 2026, according to the British government. Foreign Secretary David Lammy stated that settlers have carried out actions against Palestinians in the territory. France and Canada announced similar sanctions the same day. Israeli officials responded with criticism of the sanctions measures.
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