Gideon Sa'ar
September 8, 2026 · timesofisrael.com ↗
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar lambasted the British moves, calling them "antisemitic" and "morally distorted."
Why It’s Conflation
Britain banned imports of goods made in Israeli settlements in the West Bank. Israel's foreign minister called the move "antisemitic." A trade rule about settlements is a response to a government's policy, not hatred of Jews.
What Actually Happened
The United Kingdom announced it would ban the import of goods from Israeli West Bank settlements and East Jerusalem, as part of a joint move with Canada, France and other countries.