Published: Apr 20, 2026, 12:30 IST | Updated: Apr 20, 2026, 12:30 IST
Israel has reopened the occupied West Bank settlement of Sa-Nur, allowing settlers to return nearly two decades after its evacuation. The move marks a significant and controversial development in the region, reigniting debates over settlement expansion and territorial disputes. Israeli officials describe it as a restoration of historic presence, while critics warn it could further escalate tensions in the already volatile West Bank.