Sanctioning Israel rewards the new antisemitism

European politicians are increasingly adopting anti-Israel stances, driven by a desire for left-wing votes and fear of growing Muslim populations, according to the article. This trend is exemplified by Britain's decision to impose sanctions on products from Judea and Samaria, with British Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband accusing Israel of "ethnic cleansing of Palestinians." Following Britain's lead, Italian parliamentary groups, including the Democratic Party and Five Star Movement, are demanding similar sanctions, calling it "shameful" that Italy has not yet joined. The article argues that these sanctions are based on ignorance and double standards, ignoring Palestinian rejections of peace and the reality of the October 7, 2023, Hamas massacre. It also contends that Judea and Samaria are not "illegally occupied" territories, citing the Oslo Accords and Jordan's prior occupation. The author warns that such actions fuel antisemitism and could lead to disastrous outcomes, similar to Israel's 2005 withdrawal from Gaza. Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar responded by closing the British Consulate in eastern Jerusalem.