E1 Project.. Is Settlement Turning into a Gateway for Economic Sanctions on the Occupation?

The article discusses the repercussions of the occupation government's tender for the E1 settlement project east of Jerusalem, focusing on the potential shift in the British position from political condemnation to economic sanctions targeting settlements and related entities, with analysis from economists on the impact on the Israeli economy.

The article discusses the repercussions of the Israeli occupation government's tender for the E1 settlement project, located east of occupied Jerusalem between it and the Ma'ale Adumim settlement. The analysis focuses on the potential shift in the British position from political condemnation to using economic tools, such as freezing assets of individuals or entities linked to settlement expansion, or imposing restrictions on trade in goods and services from settlements. The article notes that Britain summoned the Israeli chargé d'affaires and demanded the project be halted, warning companies against participating in the tenders. Economist Khaled Abu Amer analyzes that the greatest risk lies not in losing the British market alone, but in the increased level of risk facing companies and investors dealing with settlement-related activities, which may push some international companies to reassess their investments. Expert Samir al-Daqran adds that the real test will be the extent to which the British position spreads to European Union countries, warning that the cumulative effect of sanctions may be more significant than their value, especially if they turn into a coordinated European policy affecting investment, financing, and trade.