The UK government is expected to announce sanctions targeting illegal Israeli settlements in the West Bank, a move aimed at preserving the viability of a two-state solution, according to IOL. The announcement would mark a toughened diplomatic stance under Prime Minister Andy Burnham. Details of the specific measures or their timing were not provided in the report.
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