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Israel approves proposal for 19 new Jewish settlements in West Bank

The decision is a harsh blow to the Palestinian state and brings the total number of new settlements over the past few years to 69.

Euronews · Dec 21, 2025

Israel condemned after approving 19 new settlements in West Bank in latest blow to Palestinian state hopes

The U.S.-brokered peace plan calls for a possible ‘pathway’ to a Palestinian state — something the settlements are aimed at preventing

The Independent UK · Dec 21, 2025

Israel proposes Palestinian Authority unofficially operate Rafah crossing

This is first time since October 7th that Israel has agreed to discuss the Palestinian Authority's involvement in governing the Gaza Strip.

Axios · May 13, 2024

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Israeli settlements stand in the way of peace. Biden can defund them all

If the president is serious about recognising Palestinian statehood, defunding the settlements would be a great first step

The Guardian - US · Feb 12, 2024

Israeli Right-Wing Leaders Call For Emergency Government To Defeat Hamas

Finance Minister Smotrich and Security Minister Ben-Gvir urge unity and decisive action in the face of escalating conflict.

Zenger · Oct 9, 2023

IDF General Signs Order Lifting Ban On Israelis Entering Homesh

An order permitting Israelis to go back to Homesh was approved by the director of the IDF Central Command on Thursday.

Zenger · May 22, 2023

US Demands Clarifications from Israel over Aqaba Statements

Washington has demanded clarifications from the Israeli government after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and some of his ministers reneged on the agreements reached at last month’s Aqaba meeting. Official broadcaster Kan said on Saturday that the US administration requested clarifications after Netanyahu, National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and Finance Minister…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 5, 2023

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Israeli Far-Right’s Demand for Defense Post Hinders Netanyahu’s Coalition Bid

Israeli Prime Minister-designate Benjamin Netanyahu's efforts to swiftly form a government faltered on Sunday as a prospective far-right coalition partner demanded the cabinet role of defense minister. A clear right-wing victory in the Nov.

Asharq Al-Awsat · Nov 20, 2022

Israeli far-right's demand for defence post hinders Netanyahu's coalition bid

Reuters · Nov 20, 2022

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