settlements

U.S. places West Bank settlements, settlers, under sanctions

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The Biden administration announced sanctions on two West Bank settler outposts on Thursday, marking the first time ever that economic restrictions have been placed on entire Israeli outposts in the Palestinian territory. The sanctions were issued because of acts of violence against civilians, the State Department said in a statement announcing the measures. “There is … Read more

White House reverses West Bank policy, calling Israeli settlements illegal

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BUENOS AIRES — Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced a reversal of the Trump administration’s position on Israeli settlements in the West Bank on Friday, saying they are “inconsistent with international law.” “Our administration maintains firm opposition to settlement expansion,” Blinken told reporters at a news conference in Argentina. “In our judgment, this only weakens … Read more