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Republicans Reinforce Israel's Claim to Judea and Samaria

2/26/2025

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Rep. Brian Mast (R-Fla.) urged Republican staffers to refer to the "West Bank" as "Judea and Samaria," reinforcing Israel's historical ties to the land. This move mirrors the rising Republican backing for Israeli sovereignty. Meanwhile, Mike Huckabee, the newly appointed U.S. Ambassador to Israel, stands firmly against Palestinian statehood, signaling a significant shift in U.S. policy under the Trump administration.

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Rep. Brian Mast (R-Fla.) urged Republican staffers to refer to the "West Bank" as "Judea and Samaria," reinforcing Israel's historical ties to the land. This move mirrors the rising Republican backing for Israeli sovereignty. Meanwhile, Mike Huckabee, the newly appointed U.S. Ambassador to Israel, stands firmly against Palestinian statehood, signaling a significant shift in U.S. policy under the Trump administration.