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EU report calls for action over Israeli settlement growth
Diplomats in Jerusalem say states should consider law to discourage ‘financial transactions in support of settlement activity’The European Union should consider legislation to prevent or discourage companies and organisations in member states doing business which supports Israeli settlements, according to a confidential report drawn up by EU diplomats in Jerusalem. The recommendation is contained in the EU Heads of Mission Report on East Jerusalem, which assesses the impact of settlement growth and other factors on the prospects for Jerusalem as the future capital of two states, Israel and Palestine.
published date:Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:04:01 GMT