UK, Israel Reach Deal to Preserve British Mission in Jerusalem

The UK and Israel have agreed to keep a British diplomatic mission in Jerusalem, renaming the historic consulate as the “UK Mission.” This decision comes after weeks of strained relations and follows the UK’s temporary withdrawal of some staff. The mission will continue to offer essential services and engage with the Palestinian people, though its scope of work will be significantly limited.

• UK and Israel agree to keep a British diplomatic mission in Jerusalem.
• The consulate will be renamed the “UK Mission”.
• The mission will continue to provide vital services and work with the Palestinian people.
• The UK has temporarily withdrawn some staff but plans to increase its presence.
• Israel stated the consulate’s work will be very limited.
• The consul general and 19 diplomats are ending their assignments and leaving Israel.