PoliticsUK threatens to expel Israeli diplomats after East Jerusalem consulate closure

The UK has threatened to expel one Israeli diplomat for every British diplomat Israel removes after closing the UK consulate in East Jerusalem, potentially affecting up to 27 Israelis. Relations have worsened over Britain’s ban on goods from illegal Israeli settlements and sanctions on companies supporting settlement construction.

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TThe Guardian★★★★☆2026-10-05 17:53Original