Legal experts in the uk have called on the government to expand its trade restrictions on goods from israeli settlements in the occupied palestinian territories. The current ban, introduced in 2022, prohibits the import of products made in settlements, including construction materials and agricultural goods. The legal team argues that the policy should be extended to include more categories of goods, citing international law and the ongoing occupation as key factors. They emphasize that the settlements are not part of israeli territory and that trade with them violates the principles of self-determination and territorial integrity. The call comes amid growing international pressure on the uk to align its policies with broader human rights and peace-building efforts in the region.