UK expands sanctions powers to target enablers of illegal Israeli settlements

The UK is broadening its sanctions regime to include new grounds for action: serious violations of international humanitarian law, obstruction of humanitarian aid, and unlawful detention. This extends the reach of UK sanctions to supporters and enablers of illegal Israeli settlements, marking a policy shift toward using human rights-based sanctions in the Israeli-Palestinian context. The move signals a potential escalation in diplomatic pressure, though its immediate market impact is limited.