Global Sanctions Imposed on Israeli Ministers Amid Rising Tensions

Britain, along with Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Norway, enacted sanctions against Israeli ministers Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich on Tuesday. The leaders accused them of inciting violence against Palestinians, particularly in the West Bank. The sanctions include asset freezing and travel bans.

In a joint statement, foreign ministers, including Britain's David Lammy, declared: 'Ben-Gvir and Smotrich have incited extremist violence and serious abuses of Palestinian rights.' These actions prompted their collective decision to impose sanctions aimed at accountability.

Israel's response has been one of indignation. Foreign Minister Gideon Saar called the sanctions 'outrageous,' while Prime Minister Netanyahu accused the nations of aiding Hamas. Despite the pushback, these actions align with international pressure to address ongoing regional violence and humanitarian crises.

(With inputs from agencies.)