The UK government has imposed sanctions on two Israeli far-right ministers, Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich, citing their incitement of extremist violence and serious abuses toward Palestinian human rights. These sanctions entail a travel ban and asset freezes. UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy emphasized the ministers' inflammatory rhetoric that contributes to the ongoing conflict. Israel's government protested, deeming the sanctions outrageous, arguing they infringe on the rights of elected officials. The situation remains dynamic as further details are anticipated.
The UK has sanctioned two Israeli far-right ministers, Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich, for inciting extremist violence and serious abuses of Palestinian human rights.
In response to the UK's sanctions, Israel condemned the measures as outrageous against elected representatives and members of the government.
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