Most UK diplomats to leave East Jerusalem consulate as Miliband says 'mission' to remain
Summary
Israel says most British diplomats will leave the UK consulate in East Jerusalem, but the UK says the consulate building will stay open as a "UK Mission." The UK temporarily moved some staff for security reasons but wants to keep working with Palestinians.Key Facts
- Israel announced that 20 diplomats and the British Consul General will leave the UK consulate in East Jerusalem.
- A small team of seven diplomats will remain in the consulate with limited activities.
- The UK says the consulate building will not close and will continue as a "UK Mission."
- UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband said the staff withdrawal is temporary and related to security.
- Israel’s move follows UK sanctions against Israeli settlements in the West Bank.
- Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar described the diplomat withdrawal on social media.
- The UK wants to continue its work with the Palestinian people despite the changes.
- The UK consulate is located in East Jerusalem, an area Israel occupies but Palestinians also claim.
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