Britain said on 8 October that its East Jerusalem consulate building will remain operational as the UK Mission, Jerusalem, with a smaller diplomatic presence. The announcement follows expiry of Israel’s closure deadline, imposed over UK sanctions targeting West Bank settlements. Israel says consular operations will formally end, while Britain says the mission will continue serving Palestinians. The development changes the earlier expectation of a complete closure.

The UK will keep its East Jerusalem consulate building open as the newly designated “UK Mission, Jerusalem” after talks with Israel. The mission will continue supporting Palestinians and providing key services, while Britain says it will not take reciprocal action during ongoing discussions.