Led by the UK, several European countries and Canada have announced a ban on trade with the settlements. They say Israel’s actions in the Palestinian territory undermine the possibility of a two-state solution. They have also condemned the sharp increase in settler violence.
Targeting illegal settlements is not new, but this time, Israel has been quick to respond. It has announced the closure of the British consulate in occupied East Jerusalem, and threatened further measures.
But will the import ban make a difference on the ground?
Presenter: Dareen Abughaida
Guests:
Alan Duncan – Former UK foreign minister
Francesca Albanese – United Nations Special Rapporteur on the occupied Palestinian Territory
Mitchell Barak – Founder of KEEVOON Research Strategy and Communications and former aide to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu