Jerusalem: Orthodox Church
2026-06-22 · Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office · HL1145 · Official question
Question
To ask His Majesty's Government what discussions they have had with the government of Israel regarding actions on 15 June on land and property in Silwan owned by the Orthodox Patriarchate of Jerusalem.
Answer
I refer the Noble Bishop to the answer provided in the House of Commons on 24 June in response to Questions 10663-64, which - for ease of reference - is reproduced below:The UK is monitoring the situation in Silwan closely, including the reported seizure ...