Blair Government Criticized Israeli Military Conduct During 2002 West Bank Incursion

Newly released archives reveal intense diplomatic exchanges and Western frustration over Israel's actions in Operation Defensive Shield.

British officials accused Israeli troops of excessive force and misconduct in the West Bank.
The IDF's behavior was compared to that of the Russian army by UK diplomats.
US President George Bush expressed concerns that Israeli actions were counterproductive.
The siege of Yasser Arafat's compound was a focal point of international criticism.
The archives highlight ongoing tensions and the impact on Western-Israeli relations.