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UN expands settlements blacklist to 214 companies; Israel decries 'political tool'

The UN human rights office adds 61 firms to its database of businesses tied to Israeli West Bank settlements, drawing sharp Israeli condemnation.

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What to know

  • The UN human rights office expanded its settlements business database from 153 to 214 companies on September 25, adding 61 firms from 11 countries while removing 5 that ceased relevant activities.
  • Israel rejected the list as a 'distorted mechanism' and 'political tool' designed to persecute the country, while the UN framed it as a reminder of corporate human rights responsibilities.
  • The database carries real economic consequences: firms risk targeted boycotts and divestment campaigns, making inclusion commercially sensitive.
  • The list reflects growing international pressure on settlements; Britain, France, and Canada blocked settlement imports in September 2026.

“Travel firm Expedia has previously said that the listings in what it called 'disputed areas' were clearly labelled, complied with international laws and sanctions and undergo enhanced due diligence guided by UN standards.”

Expedia, Listed company · Straits Times World ↗

UN Human Rights Office Author of settlements databaseVolker TurkVolker Turk UN rights chiefIsrael's diplomatic mission Israeli government representativeBenjamin NetanyahuBenjamin Netanyahu Israeli Prime Minister

UN expands settlements blacklist to 214 companies; Israel decries 'political tool'
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    Israel condemns list as 'political tool' and 'persecution'

    Israel's diplomatic mission rejected the database as a 'distorted mechanism' created by a 'deeply flawed body' with automatic bias against the country, arguing it unfairly vilifies companies working legally and serves to 'persecute' the Jewish state.

    “This is a distorted mechanism – created by a deeply flawed body with an automatic majority against Israel…”
    — Israel's diplomatic mission

    • UN Human Rights issues an update of the database of businesses involved in activities in relation to illegal Israeli settlements in occupied West Bank, #Palestine. A total of 214 companies from 11 countries are listed. https://t.co/aM8asO9YrD #HRC63

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    • nemo@mas.to

      UN Human Rights has updated its database on businesses linked to Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territory, listing 214 companies from 11 countries. The report adds 61 and removes five, urging corporate human-rights due diligence. 🌍⚖️ https://www. ohchr.org/en/press-releases/20…

      nemo@mas.toMastodon20h ago9▲view on Mastodon ↗
    • GeoWire@mastodon.social

      ⚡ NEWS UN Adds 61 Companies to Settlements Blacklist The UN human rights office has added 61 companies to a blacklist for alleged involvement in violating Palestinian human rights through ties to illegal Israeli settlements in the West Bank. The list now totals 214 firms from 11 countries, predominantly... 📰 https://www…

      GeoWire@mastodon.socialMastodon4h ago2▲view on Mastodon ↗
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    UN adds 61 companies to settlements database, bringing total to 214

    The UN human rights office expanded the database by 61 firms from 11 countries—most Israeli but also including businesses from China, the US, France, Germany, and others—while removing 5 companies that had ceased their involvement. Newly added firms include Israeli pesticide maker ADAMA, real estate firm Alony Hetz, and Spain's Salvat Logistica, joining existing listings like Expedia and Airbnb.

    “This report is another reminder to companies that they have human rights responsibilities and are expected to conduct due diligence…”
    — Volker Turk
    1. 11 outlets UN rights office adds 61 companies to list of businesses involved in illegal Israeli settlement activities

      first by Anadolu Agency, 1d ago · also Jerusalem Post, Reuters, Al-Monitor, Straits Times, Le Monde.fr, Le Monde EN +4

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    2. 5 outlets UN adds 61 companies to settlements blacklist over alleged Palestinian rights violations

      first by AP News, 19h ago · also Guardian, Toronto Star, Mercury News, Philadelphia Inquirer

      2 more headlines
  3. background

    UN releases first database of companies linked to Israeli settlements — The UN human rights office issued an initial database tracking businesses with ties to Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, establishing a mechanism to identify firms involved in activities violating Palestinian rights.

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  1. 2 outlets UN blacklists 61 more firms operating in West Bank settlements

    first by The Times of Israel, 20h ago · also Times of Israel

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