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US Launches Passport Services in Controversial Efrat Settlement

2/25/2026

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The United States will offer on-site passport services for American-Israelis in the Efrat settlement on February 27, the first consular service there.
The move aims to reach American citizens abroad, with plans for services in Ramallah and Beitar Illit.
The United States Embassy said the service is available for American-Palestinian dual nationals.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government has approved measures to facilitate land acquisition from Palestinians, reflecting a pro-settlement agenda.

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The United States will offer on-site passport services for American-Israelis in the Efrat settlement on February 27, the first consular service there.
The move aims to reach American citizens abroad, with plans for services in Ramallah and Beitar Illit.
The United States Embassy said the service is available for American-Palestinian dual nationals.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government has approved measures to facilitate land acquisition from Palestinians, reflecting a pro-settlement agenda.