Britain’s government on Sept. 8 announced sanctions on trade from Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, a minister has indicated, sparking an angry backlash from Israel and the United States.

According to a report by The Telegraph, the restrictions will be introduced despite criticism from the US administration and some members of the Labour Party

A package of measures banning imports from the disputed areas is set to be announced later, despite a mounting backlash.

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…