The Netanyahu government's commitment to expanding settlements in the West Bank led to friction with key allies, particularly the United States, which has expressed opposition to such construction.
The Netanyahu government's commitment to expanding settlements in the West Bank could lead to friction with key allies, particularly the United States, which has expressed opposition to such construction. The expansion has been condemned by global bodies like the UN and is considered illegal under international law. The Biden administration has strongly opposed settlement expansion and has rebuked the Israeli government for it
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The expansion could strain Israel's relations with key allies, notably the United States. President Joe Biden's administration opposes new Israeli construction in the West Bank
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Netanyahu's right-wing coalition aims to build new communities in disputed areas like the Golan Heights, the West Bank, and East Jerusalem. These regions were seized by Israel during the 1967 Six-Day War
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The policy has faced criticism globally, with the UN declaring it illegal under international law. A spokesperson for Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas emphasized that peace, security, and stability in the region depend on a negotiated two-state solution
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