The UK government strongly condemned Israel’s decision to legalize five illegal outposts in the West Bank and implement punitive measures against the Palestinian Authority. The Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office (FCDO) called on Israel to stop its illegal settlement expansion and hold extremist settlers accountable for their actions.
The UK emphasized the need for measures to maintain banking relations and release frozen funds promptly. The statement reiterated the UK’s commitment to resolving the Gaza conflict swiftly and achieving a sustainable peace in the Middle East through a two-state solution.