On June 9, 2026, the United Kingdom, Canada, Norway, France, New Zealand, and Australia announced new sanctions against several individuals and organizations in Israel, including the right-wing NGO Regavim. The sanctions target entities involved in settlement expansion in the West Bank, according to official statements.
Regavim, known for monitoring Palestinian construction and advocating for Israeli settlement development, condemned the sanctions as 'unjust and politically motivated.' The organization announced on June 10, 2026, that it would take legal action against the European Union and Canada, arguing the measures violate international law and bilateral agreements.
The sanctions include asset freezes and travel bans on specific individuals and groups. Regavim's legal team stated they would file lawsuits in international courts, challenging the legality of the sanctions. The EU and Canada have not yet responded to the legal threat.
This development marks an escalation in diplomatic tensions over Israeli settlement policy. The sanctions are part of a broader international effort to pressure Israel to halt settlement activities, which are considered illegal under international law.
