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Most Israelis think settlements policy should change to avoid more sanctions, poll finds

·The Guardian·Impact 3/5 · Notable

A majority of Israelis believe the government's settlements policy should change to avoid further sanctions, according to a recent poll. This shift in opinion is significant, as it suggests that Israelis are starting to consider the economic implications of their government's actions. The poll also found that the UK's decision to impose a trade ban was not a decisive factor in the recent Israeli general election, but rather a growing concern about the potential consequences of sanctions.

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Why it matters

The UK government's decision to impose a trade ban may lead to further sanctions, affecting Israel's economy. A change in settlements policy could alleviate this risk, but uncertainty remains.

Market impact

Impact score
3 / 5
Market signal
Negative / risk-off
Category
War & escalation
Model confidence
55%

Markets & countries in focus

IsraelUnited Kingdom

Transmission channels

Sanctions imposed→Economic uncertainty→Risk appetite falls→Israeli assets decline→Safe-havens rise

Likely winners & losers

Under pressure

  • Israeli equities
  • Safe-haven assets

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