Britain's Muddled Moral Posturing on Israel The UK government's decision to impose sanctions on goods from Israeli settlements in the West Bank has sparked a predictable backlash from Jerusalem, including the closure of the British consulate in Jerusalem and a ban on 12 British officials.
Beneath the heated rhetoric lies a complex issue: Britain's own moral posturing.
For years, Labour governments have struggled with the delicate balance between supporting the Palestinian cause and maintaining good relations with Israel.