West Bank & Jerusalem
UK threatens to expel 27 Israeli diplomats over consulate closure
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The United Kingdom warned Israel it will expel 27 Israeli diplomats from the Israeli embassy in London unless Tel Aviv reverses its decision to close the British Consulate General in East Jerusalem, Middle East Eye reported. The threat represents a significant escalation in tensions between London and the Israeli government over the closure of the historic consulate.
The British Consulate General in East Jerusalem has operated independently of the main British embassy in Tel Aviv and serves Palestinians in the West Bank and Gaza Strip. Israel's decision to shutter the facility prompted the UK's ultimatum regarding the expulsion of diplomats from London.
