Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has advocated for the expulsion of the British ambassador to Israel following reports that the United Kingdom is considering a trade ban on products originating from Israeli settlements. In a related development, National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir suggested that Israel should formally recognize the Falkland Islands as Argentine territory currently under occupation in response to the reported British policy shift. These reactions highlight ongoing tensions regarding international trade policies concerning Israeli settlements in the West Bank. Both ministers expressed strong opposition to the potential move by the UK government, signaling a significant diplomatic rift over the status of these territories and the implications for bilateral economic relations.
Source : The Jerusalem Post
Photo : The Jerusalem Post
