UK awards $15m contracts to firms linked to West Bank settlements despite sanctions

UK government contracts worth $15m have been awarded to companies with ties to West Bank settlements, despite existing sanctions and public criticism. The revelation, highlighted by former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn, raises questions about policy consistency and enforcement of sanctions. This development matters as it could strain UK relations with Palestinian authorities and human rights groups, and may prompt political backlash.

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