UK Sanctions Israeli Settler Outposts

The United Kingdom has imposed sanctions on organizations connected to Israeli settler outposts in the West Bank. Seven outposts or organizations have been targeted under Britain's global human rights sanctions regime, including AMANA, for involvement in constructing illegal settlements and funding activities against Palestinian communities.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 15-10-2024 18:51 IST | Created: 15-10-2024 18:51 IST
UK Sanctions Israeli Settler Outposts
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On Tuesday, Britain took a decisive stance by sanctioning organizations linked to the construction of Israeli settler outposts in the West Bank, according to a recent government update.

The sanctions focus on seven settler outposts or organizations, executed under Britain's global human rights sanctions policy. The AMANA entity, a notable inclusion, was identified for its role in building illegal settler outposts and providing economic resources to Israeli settlers, implicated in aggression against Palestinian communities.

This move by Britain highlights its commitment to addressing human rights issues within the region, aiming to curb the escalating tension and violence in the West Bank.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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