The United Kingdom government is banning trade with Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank. Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband announced imports of all goods from settlements will cease. Services including financing and construction for settlements are also included in the ban. This action aims to preserve the possibility of a two-state solution. The government is toughening its stance against Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories.

New measures are expected to prohibit any investment in illegal Israeli settlement businesses

British Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband told the House of Commons last week the UK needs “a comprehensive reset of our policy” when it comes to the West Bank.

Britain will announce a trade ban on goods from Israeli settlements later today. This move supports the long-standing two-state solution for the region. Foreign Minister Ed…