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Thomas Mackintosh from BBC News reports that the UK has imposed sanctions on two Israeli far-right ministers, Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich, for their inflammatory remarks concerning Gaza. These measures include banning them from entering the UK and freezing any assets they may have in the country. The UK’s foreign secretary expressed concerns over their comments, citing incitement of extremist violence and serious violations of Palestinian human rights as the reasons for the sanctions.
Both Smotrich and Ben-Gvir have faced criticism for their stance on the conflict in Gaza. Smotrich has actively campaigned against allowing aid into Gaza, while Ben-Gvir has controversially called for the resettlement of Gazans from the region. In response to the imposed sanctions, Israel condemned the UK’s actions, stating that it was unacceptable for elected officials and government members to face such measures.
As part of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s right-wing coalition government, both ministers are aligned with parties that support his leadership. Their parties, Otzma Yehudit (Jewish Power) and Religious Zionism, hold a combined total of thirteen seats in the Israeli government. The decision to sanction these ministers is a reflection of the UK’s efforts to hold Israel accountable for its actions in Gaza and the West Bank, amidst growing international pressure and scrutiny.
The UK’s move to sanction the two Israeli ministers comes after a series of escalating tensions between the two countries. Recent statements from British, French, and Canadian leaders have criticized Israel for potentially violating international law, leading to the suspension of trade talks between the UK and Israel. The sanctions have been in discussion for some time, as former foreign secretary Lord Cameron had previously mentioned plans to pressure Israel through the imposition of such measures
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