France sanctions Israeli minister Smotrich over settlement policy

France has imposed sanctions on Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, citing his active promotion of West Bank annexation, new settlement construction, renewed Israeli settlement in Gaza, and the economic collapse of the Palestinian Authority. The decision was reported by journalist Tomer Almagor.

7 developments

1. 6 days ago · 17:59 · 9 JunLatest

   French official states settler violence has crossed a line beyond rule of law.

2. 16:33 · 9 Jun

   Sanctions cited promotion of West Bank annexation and PA economic collapse.

3. 15:27 · 9 Jun

   Ban includes four settlement organization leaders and 21 additional settlers.

• Developing09:15 · 7 JunReport: France Advances Sanctions Against West Bank Settlers Over Violence Allegations
• Developing10:29 · 7 JunBezalel Smotrich comments after new ceasefire violation in the North
• Developing6 days ago · 16:59 · 9 JunIsrael's Foreign Ministry condemns France's ban on Smotrich entry
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