The British government said it was acting in response to Israel’s escalating military operation in Gaza. Israel condemned the decision.

In response, Israel’s Defence Ministry said it won’t have a national pavilion at the expo, but will permit private defence companies to attend.

Israeli government and military officials were told they weren't welcome by Britain's Defense Ministry ahead of a major defense and security event next month.

The British government said it was acting in response to Israel’s escalating military operation in Gaza. Israel condemned the decision.

The UK government has barred Israeli officials from attending the country's biggest arms fair over growing concern about the war in Gaza.