In early September, US officials reportedly drafted an internal memorandum intended for Secretary of State Marco Rubio that expressed strong opposition to policies adopted by the UK, France, and Canada. These three nations have signaled intentions to block or restrict imports originating from Israeli settlements located in the occupied West Bank.

According to reports, the draft document, dated September 8, was prepared by American officials stationed both in Israel and within the United States. The memo suggests that Secretary Rubio should formally describe the trade restrictions proposed by these allied nations as a series of "hostile measures" directed at Israel. Furthermore, the draft argues that such economic policies contribute to the rise of antisemitism.

While the memo outlines a clear US stance against the proposed sanctions, it remains unclear if the document was ever finalized or officially issued as a formal statement of US policy. The report highlights a significant diplomatic friction point between the United States and its traditional allies regarding the status of West Bank settlements. While the US has historically maintained a complex relationship with settlement expansion, this draft indicates a move toward framing international trade restrictions on these goods as inherently discriminatory or harmful to the US-Israel relationship. The document specifically frames the actions of the UK, France, and Canada as a coordinated effort that warrants a sharp rebuke from the American government.