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British consulate in Jerusalem to become 'UK Mission' as diplomats leave

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What happened

The UK government said it will retain its presence in East Jerusalem as Israel insisted the British consulate in the city had "ceased to function".

Key facts

  • Reported by Sky News and published Thu, 08 Oct 2026 05:56:00 UTC.

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  6. Most UK diplomats to leave East Jerusalem consulate, Israel says, as Miliband says 'vital services' to remain

  7. Video: Signs removed from British consulate in occupied East Jerusalem

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