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The UK government announced a ban on imports of goods made in Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, with Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband accusing settlers of ethnic cleansing and warning that those financing or facilitating settlements would face sanctions. The move was welcomed by the Palestinian Authority and some opposition parties, but drew criticism from the Conservative shadow foreign secretary and the US ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, who warned of retaliation from American states. Israel's foreign minister denounced the decision as outrageous lies and said Israel would respond, while also accusing the Labour government of acting for domestic political reasons.

In Ukraine, President Zelensky said overnight Russian strikes hit critical infrastructure in Kyiv, killing three people, as the UK committed £100 million to an air defence package including Patriot missiles. Meanwhile, it was reported that President Putin and President Trump held a phone call lasting about an hour, with Putin outlining what the US could do to end the fighting sooner, though analysts noted the sides remain far apart on ceasefire terms and security arrangements.

Prince George began his first day at Eton College, following his father and uncle to the exclusive Berkshire boarding school. The Prince and Princess of Wales were present for the arrival, and the school will provide a discreet police presence for security, with annual fees of over £65,000 paid privately by his parents.