World · The New York Times · Oct 8, 2026, 7:42 AM ET

Israel-UK Deal Saves Tiny British Consulate in East Jerusalem

Original headline: Israel and U.K. Cut Last-Minute Deal to Avoid Full Closure of British Consulate in East Jerusalem · By Michael D. Shear and Adam Rasgon

Israel had threatened to close the British Consulate in East Jerusalem, a center of outreach to Palestinians for decades. A last-minute agreement means a smaller diplomatic service will remain.