Legal notice sent to London synagogue hosting Great Israeli Real Estate Event
Middle East Eye • • world
Key Points:
- A legal notice has been sent to Edgware United Synagogue for hosting the Great Israeli Estate Event, which promotes real estate linked to illegal Israeli settlements in occupied Palestinian territories.
- The International Centre of Justice for Palestinians warned the synagogue of legal and reputational risks, emphasizing that hosting the event could legitimize the sale of properties in settlements deemed illegal under international law.
- Several companies participating in the event have direct ties to construction and real estate projects in Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank and East Jerusalem.
- Over 100 UK MPs have called for the event's cancellation, citing conflicts with UK government guidance and international legal obligations regarding settlement-related economic activity.
- London Mayor Sadiq Khan expressed opposition to the event and confirmed that the Metropolitan Police would investigate any allegations of illegal property sales linked to it.