The UK government has escalated its position regarding Israeli settlers by placing sanctions on Daniella Weiss, a significant figure within the settler community referred to as the "godmother" of the movement. Foreign Secretary David Lammy emphasized this decision is part of a broader strategy to hold accountable those contributing to violence against Palestinian individuals. Weiss's organization, Nachala, alongside additional individuals and illegal settlements, has also faced sanctions. Israeli officials criticized the UK’s move as unjustified, while the UK government announced a pause in ongoing trade negotiations with Israel. This decision follows recent international calls for humanitarian aid access in Gaza, amid Israel's ongoing military operations.

Weiss's claims about resettling Gaza Arabs and encouraging migration have drawn criticism, particularly regarding her perspective on Palestinian communities. As the situation continues to develop, it ignites a wider conversation on the implications of Israeli government actions on regional stability and the viability of a two-state solution.