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London Mayor Condemns Event Promoting Sale of Stolen Palestinian Land
Published: June 12, 2026
LONDON — Mayor Sadiq Khan has condemned the upcoming “Great Israeli Real Estate Event,” slated to take place in London on Sunday. The event is part of a promotional initiative for property sales in Israeli settlements deemed illegal under international law in the occupied West Bank.
During a Mayor’s Question Time session on Friday, Khan expressed concerns regarding the implications of such an event, particularly in light of ongoing issues surrounding the displacement of Palestinians. His remarks were made in response to UK Green Party leader Zack Polanski, who inquired about the mayor’s stance on the matter.
“Israeli settlements in the West Bank are unjustifiable and illegal under international law,” Khan stated. He further condemned any efforts to market property within these settlements, whether in London or elsewhere. “I share concerns about the broader implications of this event happening in our city,” he added.
The event is organized by My Home in Israel, a real estate agency aimed at attracting international buyers to properties in Israel. Rights groups, including Amnesty International, have criticized the event for promoting the sale of land in these controversial settlements.
Khan noted that he had consulted with London’s Metropolitan Police regarding the event. The police indicated they would investigate any allegations of unlawful property sales associated with the event.
Kristyan Benedict, crisis response campaign manager at Amnesty International UK, condemned the event, asserting that it promotes “apartheid and annexation” rather than a legitimate property fair. He highlighted significant concerns regarding the escalating annexation efforts under the current Israeli government and associated settler violence.
Israeli settlements, which house an estimated 700,000 settlers, emerged following Israel’s capture of the West Bank, East Jerusalem, and Gaza Strip during the Six-Day War in 1967. Today, these settlers occupy 150 illegal settlements and 128 outposts throughout the region. Israeli authorities reportedly provide substantial financial support to settlers, allocating about $5.6 million annually to monitor and restrict Palestinian construction within Area C of the West Bank.
The international community, including United Nations bodies, largely considers these settlements illegal, citing various international agreements. However, the United States has historically provided diplomatic support to Israel, often using its veto power at the UN to shield the nation from potential reprimand.
