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Amnesty Slams Global Inaction on West Bank Violations

2/27/2026

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On February 26, 2026, Amnesty International criticized the international community for failing to act on West Bank violations.
The group noted rapid illegal settlement expansion since October 2023, with more than 500,000 Jewish Israelis living there.
Seventeen aid groups challenged the Supreme Court ruling to ban 37 Gaza NGOs, warning of a humanitarian crisis.
Israel's security cabinet approved measures to increase control over Palestinian land, despite rulings against such actions.

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On February 26, 2026, Amnesty International criticized the international community for failing to act on West Bank violations.
The group noted rapid illegal settlement expansion since October 2023, with more than 500,000 Jewish Israelis living there.
Seventeen aid groups challenged the Supreme Court ruling to ban 37 Gaza NGOs, warning of a humanitarian crisis.
Israel's security cabinet approved measures to increase control over Palestinian land, despite rulings against such actions.