New Palestinian law sets up to 5 years in prison for those selling Israeli settlement goods
By APMonday, April 26, 2010
Palestinians outlaw sale of settlement goods
RAMALLAH, West Bank — The Palestinians have passed a new law making it illegal to sell goods made in Israeli settlements.
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas signed the law Monday. It marks the Palestinians’ most determined effort yet against the settlements.
Abbas’ legal adviser, Hassan al-Ouri, says violators face up to five years in prison or a fine of up to $14,000.
The Palestinians vehemently oppose Israeli settlements built on land they want for a future state but many rely on them for work.
Palestinian government officials estimate the annual sale of settlement goods to Palestinian businesses at between $200 million to $500 million.
Palestinian security forces have recently begun confiscating settlement products.
