On November 21, 2025, Singapore's Foreign Affairs Ministry declared financial sanctions and entry bans on four Israeli settlers: Meir Mordechai Ettinger, Elisha Yered, Ben-Zion Gopstein, and Baruch Marzel. The Ministry accused them of committing extreme violence against Palestinians in the West Bank, actions deemed unlawful and detrimental to the prospects of a two-state solution. Singapore's Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan highlighted the country's stance against illegal actions that alter the status quo in the region. The four individuals have already faced sanctions from the European Union. Singapore has historically maintained close ties with Israel but has increasingly supported Palestinian statehood, as evidenced by its votes in favor of U.N. resolutions recognizing Palestine. This latest action reflects Singapore's commitment to international law and its opposition to Israeli settlements, which are widely considered illegal under international law.