Israel has approved 19 new settlements in the West Bank, escalating tensions in the region. The move draws international criticism as the settlements are considered illegal under international law.

Israel Approves 19 New West Bank Settlements Amid Controversy

Israel's government has advanced plans for more than 3,000 new homes in settlements in the occupied West Bank. The Palestinian Authority condemned the plans, which are reportedly the first to be approved since June.

Israel advances plan to build over 3,000 new homes in West Bank settlements

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Friday (Feb 24) that Israel's plans of building new settlements in occupied West Bank were "inconsistent with international law". He was speaking at a news conference in Buenos Aires. He said that the United States was "disappointed" after Israel's announcement and that construction of new settlements was counterproductive to enduring peace in the region.

"They're also inconsistent with international law. Our administration maintains a firm opposition to settlement expansion, and in our judgment this only weakens, doesn't strengthen, Israel's security," Blinken said.

Blinken's comment were also a signal that the US was returning to its longstanding policy, which was reversed by former US president Donald Trump.

In November 2019, Trump's then secretary of state Mike Pompeo announced that Washington no longer viewed Israel's settlements on West Bank land it captured in the 1967 Middle East war as "inconsistent with international law", a reversal of four decades of US policy.

The Biden administration has maintained that expansion of Israeli settlements was counterproductive to lasting peace. However, Blinken's comment was the first time a top official in the current administration said that expansion of settlements was inconsistent with international law.

Blinken's statement has come a day after Israel's far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich spoke of plans to greenlight 3300 homes to be built.

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Most of the units under discussion are in West Bank areas east of Jerusalem, with others south of the Palestinian town of Bethlehem, Smotrich said on Thursday.

The Palestinian foreign ministry condemned the Israeli settlement announcement, saying on social media that it undermined the chances of a two-state solution.

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Most countries consider the settlements, which in many areas cut Palestinian communities off from each other, as a violation of international law. Israel however claims a biblical birthright to the land.

In a briefing with reporters, White House national security spokesperson John Kirby said the Biden administration was "simply reaffirming the fundamental conclusion" on the issue.

(With inputs from agencies)

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Friday (Feb 24) that Israel's plans of building new settlements in occupied West Bank were "inconsistent with international law".

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Friday (Feb 24) that Israel's plans of building new settlements in occupied West Bank were "inconsistent with international law". He was speaking at a news conference in Buenos Aires. He said that the United States was "disappointed" after Israel's announcement and that construction of new settlements was counterproductive to enduring peace in the region. "They're also inconsistent with international law. Our administration maintains a firm opposition to settlement expansion, and in our judgment this only weakens, doesn't strengthen, Israel's security," Blinken said. Blinken's comment were also a signal that the US was returning to its longstanding policy, which was reversed by former US president Donald Trump. In November 2019, Trump's then secretary of state Mike Pompeo announced that Washington no longer viewed Israel's settlements on West Bank land it captured in the 1967 Middle East war as "inconsistent with international law", a reversal of four decades of US policy. The Biden administration has maintained that expansion of Israeli settlements was counterproductive to lasting peace. However, Blinken's comment was the first time a top official in the current administration said that expansion of settlements was inconsistent with international law. Blinken's statement has come a day after Israel's far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich spoke of plans to greenlight 3300 homes to be built. Watch | Moon landing: US clinches first touchdown in 50 years × Most of the units under discussion are in West Bank areas east of Jerusalem, with others south of the Palestinian town of Bethlehem, Smotrich said on Thursday. The Palestinian foreign ministry condemned the Israeli settlement announcement, saying on social media that it undermined the chances of a two-state solution. Also Read | US announces 500+ sanctions against Russia to 'ensure Putin pays an even steeper price for his aggression' Most countries consider the settlements, which in many areas cut Palestinian communities off from each other, as a violation of international law. Israel however claims a biblical birthright to the land. In a briefing with reporters, White House national security spokesperson John Kirby said the Biden administration was "simply reaffirming the fundamental conclusion" on the issue. (With inputs from agencies)

New Israeli settlements in West Bank 'inconsistent' with international law: US

Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu has unveiled his right-wing LUKID government's policy priorities and topping the list is the proposed West Bank settlement expansion. Netanyahu also vows for more settlements in the West bank.

Netanyahu vows for more settlements in West Bank

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The main challenger to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Israel's elections on Sunday condemned the premier's <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/benjamin-netanyahu-pledges-to-annex-west-bank-settlements-after-vote-208465">deeply controversial pledge to annex West Bank settlements</a>, calling it an "irresponsible" bid for votes.

Netanyahu said late Saturday he planned to apply sovereignty over at least parts of the occupied West Bank, a move that could prove the death knell for the two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

His remarks were widely seen as an appeal to right-wing voters ahead of what is expected to be a close election on Tuesday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/benny-gantz-meet-the-three-star-general-running-for-israeli-prime-minister-208484">Benny Gantz</a>, the former military chief whose centrist Blue and White alliance has posed a stiff challenge to Netanyahu, condemned the premier's remarks in an interview with Israeli news site Ynet.

"Why not ask how in 13 years Netanyahu could have annexed and didn't?" said Gantz, in reference to Netanyahu's time as premier.

"I think that releasing a strategic and historic decision in an election campaign bubble is not serious and (is) irresponsible."

Pressed on his personal position, Gantz said he opposed "unilateral" moves.

"We said we will strive for a regionally and globally backed peace agreement while maintaining our basic principles," he said.

Those principles include keeping security control of the Jordan Valley, parts of which are in the West Bank, and maintaining the large settlement blocs in the West Bank.&nbsp;

Gantz has in the past signalled openness to withdrawing at least some settlers from other areas.

He labelled Netanyahu's remarks as "a meaningless statement".

"It's a shame to play with people like that," he said.

'I don't distinguish' 
Netanyahu did not provide details on how quickly he planned to move ahead with annexation and whether it would involve all settlements.

If done on a large scale, annexation could end already fading hopes for a two-state solution with the Palestinians.

It is a move the Israeli far right has long pushed for.

"I will apply (Israeli) sovereignty, but I don't distinguish between settlement blocs and isolated settlements," he said in an interview with Channel 12 television.

Settlements built on land occupied by Israel in the 1967 Six-Day War are deemed illegal by the international community and their ongoing construction is seen as a major barrier to peace.

But Netanyahu's right-wing government has had strong support from US President Donald Trump, who declared the disputed city of Jerusalem Israel's capital in 2017 and later recognised Israeli sovereignty over the annexed Golan Heights.

That prompted Palestinian president Mahmud Abbas to cut off relations with Washington.

Senior Palestinian official Saeb Erekat said Netanyahu's statement on annexation was "not surprising."

"Israel will continue to brazenly violate international law for as long as the international community will continue to reward Israel with impunity, particularly with the Trump administration's support," he said on Twitter.

In a separate interview broadcast Friday, Netanyahu said he told Trump he would not remove settlements or settlers as part of a future American peace plan.

"I said there shouldn't be the removal of even one settlement," Netanyahu told Israel's Channel 13 television.

More than 400,000 Israelis live in West Bank settlements, backed by Israel's military occupation of the territory, home to more than 2.5 million Palestinians.

A further 200,000 Israelis live in settlements in occupied east Jerusalem, over which Israel has already implemented full sovereignty.

The Palestinians hope to establish a state of their own in the West Bank, east Jerusalem and the Gaza Strip.

'Close race' 
Washington is expected to unveil proposals for Israeli-Palestinian peace some time after Tuesday's election, in which Netanyahu is seeking a fifth term.

Netanyahu, running for re-election while facing the possibility of indictment on corruption charges, said he had informed Trump not "even one person" would be evicted from a settlement.

The US president on Saturday was cautious about the outcome of Israel's upcoming election.

"Well, it's going to be close — I think it's going to be close. Two good people," he said, referring to Netanyahu and his rival Benny Gantz.

The latest polls place Netanyahu and Gantz neck-and-neck, but give the former the advantage in his ability to form a coalition government.

Turkey accused Netanyahu on Sunday of raising annexation as a means of improving his standing in the elections.

"West Bank is Palestinian territory occupied by Israel in violation of int'l law," Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu wrote on Twitter.

"Prime Minister Netanyahu's irresponsible statement to seek votes just before the Israeli general elections cannot and will not change this fact."

The Palestinians say the US government's pro-Israel bias meant it could no longer mediate between them and Israel.

US officials say their plan will be fair.

The main challenger to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Israel's elections on Sunday condemned the premier's deeply controversial pledge to annex West Bank settlements, calling it an "irresponsible" bid for votes.

The main challenger to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Israel's elections on Sunday condemned the premier's deeply controversial pledge to annex West Bank settlements, calling it an "irresponsible" bid for votes. Netanyahu said late Saturday he planned to apply sovereignty over at least parts of the occupied West Bank, a move that could prove the death knell for the two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. His remarks were widely seen as an appeal to right-wing voters ahead of what is expected to be a close election on Tuesday. Benny Gantz, the former military chief whose centrist Blue and White alliance has posed a stiff challenge to Netanyahu, condemned the premier's remarks in an interview with Israeli news site Ynet. "Why not ask how in 13 years Netanyahu could have annexed and didn't?" said Gantz, in reference to Netanyahu's time as premier. "I think that releasing a strategic and historic decision in an election campaign bubble is not serious and (is) irresponsible." Pressed on his personal position, Gantz said he opposed "unilateral" moves. "We said we will strive for a regionally and globally backed peace agreement while maintaining our basic principles," he said. Those principles include keeping security control of the Jordan Valley, parts of which are in the West Bank, and maintaining the large settlement blocs in the West Bank. Gantz has in the past signalled openness to withdrawing at least some settlers from other areas. He labelled Netanyahu's remarks as "a meaningless statement". "It's a shame to play with people like that," he said. 'I don't distinguish' Netanyahu did not provide details on how quickly he planned to move ahead with annexation and whether it would involve all settlements. If done on a large scale, annexation could end already fading hopes for a two-state solution with the Palestinians. It is a move the Israeli far right has long pushed for. "I will apply (Israeli) sovereignty, but I don't distinguish between settlement blocs and isolated settlements," he said in an interview with Channel 12 television. Settlements built on land occupied by Israel in the 1967 Six-Day War are deemed illegal by the international community and their ongoing construction is seen as a major barrier to peace. But Netanyahu's right-wing government has had strong support from US President Donald Trump, who declared the disputed city of Jerusalem Israel's capital in 2017 and later recognised Israeli sovereignty over the annexed Golan Heights. That prompted Palestinian president Mahmud Abbas to cut off relations with Washington. Senior Palestinian official Saeb Erekat said Netanyahu's statement on annexation was "not surprising." "Israel will continue to brazenly violate international law for as long as the international community will continue to reward Israel with impunity, particularly with the Trump administration's support," he said on Twitter. In a separate interview broadcast Friday, Netanyahu said he told Trump he would not remove settlements or settlers as part of a future American peace plan. "I said there shouldn't be the removal of even one settlement," Netanyahu told Israel's Channel 13 television. More than 400,000 Israelis live in West Bank settlements, backed by Israel's military occupation of the territory, home to more than 2.5 million Palestinians. A further 200,000 Israelis live in settlements in occupied east Jerusalem, over which Israel has already implemented full sovereignty. The Palestinians hope to establish a state of their own in the West Bank, east Jerusalem and the Gaza Strip. 'Close race' Washington is expected to unveil proposals for Israeli-Palestinian peace some time after Tuesday's election, in which Netanyahu is seeking a fifth term. Netanyahu, running for re-election while facing the possibility of indictment on corruption charges, said he had informed Trump not "even one person" would be evicted from a settlement. The US president on Saturday was cautious about the outcome of Israel's upcoming election. "Well, it's going to be close — I think it's going to be close. Two good people," he said, referring to Netanyahu and his rival Benny Gantz. The latest polls place Netanyahu and Gantz neck-and-neck, but give the former the advantage in his ability to form a coalition government. Turkey accused Netanyahu on Sunday of raising annexation as a means of improving his standing in the elections. "West Bank is Palestinian territory occupied by Israel in violation of int'l law," Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu wrote on Twitter. "Prime Minister Netanyahu's irresponsible statement to seek votes just before the Israeli general elections cannot and will not change this fact." The Palestinians say the US government's pro-Israel bias meant it could no longer mediate between them and Israel. US officials say their plan will be fair.

'Irresponsible,' says main challenger after Netanyahu pledges to annex West Bank settlements

The British government on Wednesday played down concerns that <a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.wionews.com/world/how-europe-reacted-to-brexit-deal-defeat-190587&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=0ahUKEwjHwbDerobgAhUGS48KHduaDnQQFggFMAA&amp;client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;usg=AOvVaw0ONpHjI7NlHcUTKnXTjxSj">Brexit </a>is scaring away businesses after Sony said it was moving its European headquarters to the Netherlands amid a bitter political stalemate in London.

With just over two months to go until the scheduled date of Brexit on March 29, and with no divorce deal in place, Britain faces the prospect of an imminent and chaotic departure from the European Union after 46 years of membership.

Interviewed by AFP at the World Economic Forum in Davos, International Trade Secretary Liam Fox said Britain remained "open for business".

Britain "is an attractive destination for foreign direct investment — and that during the time where there's been uncertainty over Brexit," Fox said.

Japanese electronics giant Sony said it was moving its headquarters' registration by the end of March to avoid Brexit-related customs issues.

Its rival Panasonic last year also moved its European headquarters from Britain to the Netherlands over concerns about potential Brexit-related tax issues.

Several other Japanese firms, including megabank MUFG, Nomura Holdings, Daiwa Securities and Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, have said they are planning to move their main EU bases out of London since the 2016 Brexit vote.

France, Germany, Ireland, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands have all benefited from companies moving out of London, although the large impact predicted by some on Britain's financial sector has so far failed to materialise.

Dutch officials are in contact with more than 250 companies about a possible post-Brexit move, the government there said Wednesday.

The Dutch government will announce a final figure in February but "every new arrival of business, big or small, is a success," Michiel Bakhuizen, a spokesman for the Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency, told AFP.

EU 'ready to be more ambitious'&nbsp;

Britain has been in a state of political upheaval since last week when parliament rejected the withdrawal deal negotiated by <a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.wionews.com/world/attempts-to-delay-brexit-do-not-solve-the-issue-says-uk-pm-theresa-may-192319&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=0ahUKEwjGwND0robgAhVBs48KHa9BBdwQFggFMAA&amp;client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;usg=AOvVaw0frJRYi9tQtdTQxpw6UMpm">Prime Minister Theresa May</a> with the EU, leaving the UK on course for a no-deal Brexit on March 29.

Brussels negotiator Michel Barnier on Wednesday warned the British government would still face a multi-billion euro divorce settlement with the EU under such a scenario.

Some anti-EU campaigners, opposed to a negotiated settlement with Brussels, baulk at the idea of settling a bill that their own government estimates at £39 billion (44 billion euros) to cover outstanding obligations.

But Barnier, in interviews with several European newspapers, said the bill would still be due.

"For the EU budget, we've always said one simple thing: the totality of the commitments made by the United Kingdom while still an EU member will be respected," the senior EU official said, according to Le Monde.

Separately in the interview, given also to Luxemburger Wort and Poland's Rzeczpospolita, Barnier restated the consensus EU position that the withdrawal deal must stand and that it is up to May's government to find a way to save it.

But he suggested that Brussels would be flexible and modify the political declaration on hopes for future ties, agreed alongside the binding withdrawal deal if Britain were to compromise on May's positions.

"We are ready to be more ambitious if the British decide to shift their red lines, for example by remaining in a customs union, or participating in the single market," he said, according to the Luxemburger Wort.&nbsp;

"I believe there is a readiness in London for that."

Manufacturing sentiment drops 
&nbsp; 
The political crisis in London comes against a backdrop of growing economic gloom, with business leaders warning politicians of the effects of Brexit uncertainty.

A Confederation of British Industry survey of 326 manufacturing firms on Wednesday found that new orders flattened in the quarter to January and sentiment about both the business situation and export prospects tumbled.

Business concerns are particularly high over the prospect of a no-deal Brexit, which could immediately impose high tariffs on key exports such as food and cars.

A disruptive Brexit could also have a major impact on transport hubs such as ports and airports.

The British government on Wednesday played down concerns that Brexit is scaring away businesses after Sony said it was moving its European headquarters to the Netherlands amid a bitter political stalemate in London.

The British government on Wednesday played down concerns that Brexit is scaring away businesses after Sony said it was moving its European headquarters to the Netherlands amid a bitter political stalemate in London. With just over two months to go until the scheduled date of Brexit on March 29, and with no divorce deal in place, Britain faces the prospect of an imminent and chaotic departure from the European Union after 46 years of membership. Interviewed by AFP at the World Economic Forum in Davos, International Trade Secretary Liam Fox said Britain remained "open for business". Britain "is an attractive destination for foreign direct investment — and that during the time where there's been uncertainty over Brexit," Fox said. Japanese electronics giant Sony said it was moving its headquarters' registration by the end of March to avoid Brexit-related customs issues. Its rival Panasonic last year also moved its European headquarters from Britain to the Netherlands over concerns about potential Brexit-related tax issues. Several other Japanese firms, including megabank MUFG, Nomura Holdings, Daiwa Securities and Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, have said they are planning to move their main EU bases out of London since the 2016 Brexit vote. France, Germany, Ireland, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands have all benefited from companies moving out of London, although the large impact predicted by some on Britain's financial sector has so far failed to materialise. Dutch officials are in contact with more than 250 companies about a possible post-Brexit move, the government there said Wednesday. The Dutch government will announce a final figure in February but "every new arrival of business, big or small, is a success," Michiel Bakhuizen, a spokesman for the Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency, told AFP. EU 'ready to be more ambitious' Britain has been in a state of political upheaval since last week when parliament rejected the withdrawal deal negotiated by Prime Minister Theresa May with the EU, leaving the UK on course for a no-deal Brexit on March 29. Brussels negotiator Michel Barnier on Wednesday warned the British government would still face a multi-billion euro divorce settlement with the EU under such a scenario. Some anti-EU campaigners, opposed to a negotiated settlement with Brussels, baulk at the idea of settling a bill that their own government estimates at £39 billion (44 billion euros) to cover outstanding obligations. But Barnier, in interviews with several European newspapers, said the bill would still be due. "For the EU budget, we've always said one simple thing: the totality of the commitments made by the United Kingdom while still an EU member will be respected," the senior EU official said, according to Le Monde. Separately in the interview, given also to Luxemburger Wort and Poland's Rzeczpospolita, Barnier restated the consensus EU position that the withdrawal deal must stand and that it is up to May's government to find a way to save it. But he suggested that Brussels would be flexible and modify the political declaration on hopes for future ties, agreed alongside the binding withdrawal deal if Britain were to compromise on May's positions. "We are ready to be more ambitious if the British decide to shift their red lines, for example by remaining in a customs union, or participating in the single market," he said, according to the Luxemburger Wort. "I believe there is a readiness in London for that." Manufacturing sentiment drops The political crisis in London comes against a backdrop of growing economic gloom, with business leaders warning politicians of the effects of Brexit uncertainty. A Confederation of British Industry survey of 326 manufacturing firms on Wednesday found that new orders flattened in the quarter to January and sentiment about both the business situation and export prospects tumbled. Business concerns are particularly high over the prospect of a no-deal Brexit, which could immediately impose high tariffs on key exports such as food and cars. A disruptive Brexit could also have a major impact on transport hubs such as ports and airports.

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Israel is to authorise thousands of the settler homes built illegally in the occupied West Bank, some of them decades ago, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Thursday.

The move is likely to please pro-settler members of Netanyahu's right-wing coalition while angering Palestinians, who want the West Bank as part of a future state.

"Arranging the rights for the homes allows thousands of residents to be provided with infrastructure of public buildings, educational and religious buildings," Netanyahu's office said in a statement.

It did not give a specific number of homes but Justice Minister Ayelet Shaked tweeted that more than 2,000 homes would be getting permits.

Some 500,000 Israelis live in the West Bank and East Jerusalem, areas that are also home to more than 2.6 million Palestinians.

Settlements are one of the most heated issues in efforts to restart Israeli-Palestinian peace talks, frozen since 2014.

In August, an Israeli court broke new ground, and infuriated Palestinians, by giving legal recognition to the Jewish outpost of Mitzpe Kramim, built without government authorisation on privately owned Palestinian land in the West Bank.

Palestinians want the West Bank for a future state, along with East Jerusalem and the Gaza Strip.

Most countries consider all settlements that Israel has built in territory it captured in the 1967 Middle East war to be illegal. Israel disputes this and says their future should be determined in peace talks with the Palestinians.

Netanyahu also said he would try to advance plans for 82 new housing units in the Jewish settlement of Ofra and two West Bank industrial zones.

Netanyahu last month faced a challenge from the far-right after his defence minister resigned and lashed out at the government’s acceptance of a ceasefire with the Palestinian militant group Hamas amid a surge in Gaza violence. Other far-right ministers had threatened to quit, but later backed down.

Israel is to authorise thousands of the settler homes built illegally in the occupied West Bank, some of them decades ago, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Thursday.

Israel is to authorise thousands of the settler homes built illegally in the occupied West Bank, some of them decades ago, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Thursday. The move is likely to please pro-settler members of Netanyahu's right-wing coalition while angering Palestinians, who want the West Bank as part of a future state. "Arranging the rights for the homes allows thousands of residents to be provided with infrastructure of public buildings, educational and religious buildings," Netanyahu's office said in a statement. It did not give a specific number of homes but Justice Minister Ayelet Shaked tweeted that more than 2,000 homes would be getting permits. Some 500,000 Israelis live in the West Bank and East Jerusalem, areas that are also home to more than 2.6 million Palestinians. Settlements are one of the most heated issues in efforts to restart Israeli-Palestinian peace talks, frozen since 2014. In August, an Israeli court broke new ground, and infuriated Palestinians, by giving legal recognition to the Jewish outpost of Mitzpe Kramim, built without government authorisation on privately owned Palestinian land in the West Bank. Palestinians want the West Bank for a future state, along with East Jerusalem and the Gaza Strip. Most countries consider all settlements that Israel has built in territory it captured in the 1967 Middle East war to be illegal. Israel disputes this and says their future should be determined in peace talks with the Palestinians. Netanyahu also said he would try to advance plans for 82 new housing units in the Jewish settlement of Ofra and two West Bank industrial zones. Netanyahu last month faced a challenge from the far-right after his defence minister resigned and lashed out at the government’s acceptance of a ceasefire with the Palestinian militant group Hamas amid a surge in Gaza violence. Other far-right ministers had threatened to quit, but later backed down.

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