Israel considers expelling more representatives from headquarters in Kiryat Gat: 'Evidence of low point in relations with great powers'
Israel is examining the expulsion of representatives from Britain from the coordination center, steps also being considered against Italy and Germany: 'response to the criticism of these countries against Netanyahu's policy'. In recent months, representatives…
Assessment
Israel is escalating diplomatic friction with key European allies by considering expelling additional representatives from the Coordination Center in Kiryat Gat. After removing Spanish and Dutch officials in recent months, Britain, Italy, and Germany now face potential expulsion. The moves are framed as a direct response to European criticism of Netanyahu's policies, signaling that Israel is willing to damage working-level military and civilian coordination to retaliate against political statements. This marks a notable deterioration in Israel's relationship with major Western powers.