The U.K. has suspended free trade negotiations with Israel and enacted sanctions against West Bank settlers due to Israel's military actions in Gaza, which have raised humanitarian concerns. This decision came amidst mounting pressure from allies, including the United States, regarding the famine crisis exacerbated by Israel's blockade of aid. British officials criticized Israel's policies, with Foreign Secretary David Lammy declaring them indefensible. Additionally, the European Union is reviewing its trade agreements with Israel as many member nations express concern over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
The U.K. suspended free trade talks with Israel and imposed sanctions on West Bank settlers as a response to Israel's military actions in Gaza, which are deemed egregious.
British Foreign Secretary David Lammy stated that the government cannot continue talks with Israel while it pursues indefensible policies and blocks aid to Gaza.
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