UK's Suspension of Arms Export Licenses to Israel Sparks Controversy

Israel's foreign minister expressed disappointment over the UK's decision to suspend certain arms export licenses. He warned that this move sends a problematic message to Hamas and Iran, potentially affecting regional dynamics.

Israel's foreign minister stated on Monday that Britain's suspension of some arms export licenses to Israel is disappointing and sends a troubling message to the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas and its Iranian allies.

Foreign Minister Israel Katz mentioned that Israel is 'disappointed by a series of decisions' by the British government, particularly the one concerning defense exports.

Katz emphasized that this move 'sends a very problematic message' to Hamas and its patrons in Iran, potentially impacting the regional power dynamics.

(With inputs from agencies.)