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Israel Approves 764 New Settlements, Sparks Global Outrage

12/12/2025

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The Israeli government approved 764 new settlement units in the occupied West Bank, including Hashmonaim, Beitar Illit, and Giv'at Ze'ev.
The expansion totals over 51,000 units authorized since late 2022.
Nabil Abu Rudeineh, spokesperson for the Palestinian Authority, condemned the decision and urged the United States to pressure Israel.
Most global powers consider the settlements illegal and say they undermine the goal of a two-state solution and regional peace.

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The Israeli government approved 764 new settlement units in the occupied West Bank, including Hashmonaim, Beitar Illit, and Giv'at Ze'ev.
The expansion totals over 51,000 units authorized since late 2022.
Nabil Abu Rudeineh, spokesperson for the Palestinian Authority, condemned the decision and urged the United States to pressure Israel.
Most global powers consider the settlements illegal and say they undermine the goal of a two-state solution and regional peace.