Ireland, Belgium, and the Netherlands are aiming to pass a law intended to curb goods trade with settlements in the West Bank.
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Ireland, Belgium, and the Netherlands are aiming to pass a law intended to curb goods trade with settlements in the West Bank.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Belgium and the European Commission co-signed a joint statement regarding settlements on August 1, 2026.Sub-event
- The Netherlands is implementing a ban on imports from settlements in occupied territories following advice from its Council of State.Sub-event
- Belgium has announced a ban on imports from Israeli settlements, aligning with broader calls from Europe.Sub-event
Legislative efforts underway in Ireland, Belgium, and the Netherlands regarding West Bank settlements.1 source
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Ireland
sovereign state in Northwestern Europe
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Belgium
country in western Europe
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Netherlands
one of the four autonomous countries of the Kingdom of the Netherlands; with territories in the Caribbean
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