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Western Allies Impose Sanctions on Israeli Ministers Amid Rising Tensions

Australia, the UK, Canada, New Zealand, and Norway have imposed sanctions on two Israeli ministers for inciting violence against Palestinians, drawing criticism from the US.


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  • Australia, UK, Canada, New Zealand, and Norway sanctioned Israeli ministers Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich for inciting violence against Palestinians.
  • The UK sanctions include travel bans and asset freezes, responding to increased settler violence in the West Bank, the highest in two decades.
  • U.S. officials, including Ambassador Mike Huckabee, criticized these sanctions, arguing they undermine support for Israel and hinder peace efforts.
  • Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar condemned the sanctions as unacceptable, reflecting tensions between Israel and Western allies.
  • The coordinated sanctions reflect growing international concern over human rights violations and extremist rhetoric in the Israeli government.

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Reaffirm support for a two-state solution and compliance with international law regarding Israel.

The British government reaffirmed its support for a two-state solution.

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The prime minister Anthony Albanese stood by Australia’s actions and said Israel must comply with international law.

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Why the U.K. and Allies Sanctioned Israeli Ministers Ben-Gvir and Smotrich
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"…The U.K. and several allies have imposed sanctions on Israeli ministers Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich, accusing the two far-right politicians of inciting violence against Palestinians in the occupied West Bank."

US condemns allies' sanctions on Israeli cabinet members: Rubio
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"…The United States condemns the sanctions imposed by the governments of United Kingdom, Canada, Norway, New Zealand, and Australia on two sitting members of the Israeli cabinet."

Israel objects to foreign nations sanctioning its officials
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"…The actions and decisions against Israel also contribute to hardening Hamas' stance in the negotiations for the hostage deal – and distance it and the ceasefire."

UK Sanctions Israeli Ministers Over West Bank Violence
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"…The U.K.'s Foreign Office said the sanctions came as settler attacks against Palestinians in the West Bank have reached the highest levels in two decades."

UK Sanctions Israeli Ministers Over West Bank Violence
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"…The U.K.'s Foreign Office said the sanctions came as settler attacks against Palestinians in the West Bank have reached the highest levels in two decades."

US Urges Reversal of Sanctions Against Pair of Israeli Government Ministers
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"…The U.S. State Department said the sanctions would not help to resolve ongoing tensions in the Middle East."

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