Britain’s West Bank Trade Ban and the Settlement Dispute

Britain has dramatically hardened its policy toward Israeli settlements in the West Bank. The government will prohibit imports from the settlements and prevent British companies from providing them with services such as financing, construction, infrastructure development, real estate assistance, and advertising. Supporters describe the policy as a carefully targeted effort to discourage settlement expansion, settler…

Palestinian Statehood: Hope or Hazard?

A fresh Reuters/Ipsos poll finds that most Americans now support international recognition of a Palestinian state, which is a striking shift in public opinion. For many, the heartbreaking humanitarian crisis in Gaza has stirred compassion, with recognition seen as a step toward justice and lasting peace. Yet others voice serious concerns: terrorism, weak governance, and…