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12 states announced a ban on imports from illegal settlements established by Israel in the West Bank (Palestine). The measure was announced in a joint declaration signed by the President of France, Emmanuel Macron; the Prime Minister of Great Britain, Andy Burnham, and his counterpart from Canada, Mark Carney.
In the letter released by the Élysée Palace, Denmark, Spain, Finland, Ireland, Iceland, Norway, Poland, Portugal, and Sweden also joined.
The aforementioned document stated that "a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict is fundamental to peace, stability, and security in the Middle East and beyond. Protecting and guaranteeing this outcome is a fundamental national interest for the United Kingdom and France."
Furthermore, it explained that "the systematic expansion of settlements in the West Bank, including the recent decision by the Government of Israel to advance the E1 settlement, as well as the drastic increase in settler violence, represent a direct and urgent threat to that vision of peace."
"Settlements are illegal under international law. Therefore, the United Kingdom, France, and Canada will take steps to prohibit the import of goods from the settlements and will apply targeted measures against settlements and those who facilitate or benefit from them," the joint document emphasized.
Regarding the import ban, it was affirmed that "by undertaking this coordinated action, we reiterate our desire for a close and productive partnership with Israel, our constant support for the Israeli people, and our unwavering commitment to Israel's security. We support a secure Israel, coexisting with a secure Palestine."
"Today marks a new turning point in our strategy to protect the two-state solution. We will co-chair a meeting at the United Nations General Assembly later this month to advance our efforts and promote peace," concluded the letter signed in Paris.
