The US will impose a visa ban on Israeli extremists in the West Bank, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has confirmed.
He said in a statement that the restrictions will target those involved in violence or other actions that limit civilians' access to essential services and basic needs, Sky News reports.
They can also apply to individuals' family members, Blinken said.
The top American diplomat had warned earlier that the US would take measures against attacks on Palestinians in the West Bank.
The State Department said the policy restrictions will affect dozens of individuals and their family members.
The first bans will take place starting today, and any Israeli citizen with an existing US visa targeted as part of the new policy will be notified that their visa has been revoked, the department said.
Today, I announced a new visa restrictions policy targeting individuals and their family members involved in or meaningfully contributing to actions that undermine peace, security, and stability in the West Bank. Violence against civilians will have consequences.
— Secretary Antony Blinken (@SecBlinken) December 5, 2023