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Israel Approves 22 New Settlements Amid Ongoing Gaza Strikes

Israel's government has approved 22 new Jewish settlements in the West Bank, coinciding with deadly airstrikes in Gaza that killed at least 34 people.


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Israel's government has approved the establishment of 22 new Jewish settlements in the occupied West Bank, including the legalization of unauthorized outposts. Defense Minister Israel Katz stated this move strengthens Israel's claim to the territory and prevents the establishment of a Palestinian state. The decision has drawn widespread condemnation from Palestinian officials and rights groups, who view it as a dangerous escalation that undermines peace efforts. Meanwhile, Israeli airstrikes in Gaza have killed at least 34 people, further complicating the already tense Israeli-Palestinian relations, as the international community largely considers these settlements illegal.

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The articles express strong disapproval of Israel's new settlements in the West Bank, highlighting international backlash and humanitarian concerns.

They emphasize the ongoing violence in Gaza, with tragic civilian casualties and a worsening humanitarian crisis.

The tone reflects a deepening conflict, with significant implications for Palestinian rights and prospects for peace.

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Israel confirms plans to create 22 new settlements in occupied West Bank
The GuardianThe Guardian·16d·
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"…The approval of new settlements by Benjamin Netanyahu’s far-right government represents a further implementation of its longstanding goal to annex the occupied Palestinian territory."

Israel's Major Expansion of Settlements in West Bank
TIME MagazineTIME Magazine·16d·
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"…The growth of the West Bank settlements has been coupled with an increase in violence towards Palestinians."

Israel announces major expansion of illegal West Bank settlements
Al JazeeraAl Jazeera·16d·
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"…The expansion of illegal settlements would further harm the prospects for a future Palestinian state."

Israel authorizes more Jewish settlements in the occupied West Bank
NBC NewsNBC News·17d·
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"…Israel has accelerated settlement construction in recent years — long before Hamas’ Oct. 7, 2023, attack ignited the war in Gaza — confining Palestinians to smaller and smaller areas of the West Bank and making the prospect of establishing a viable, independent state even more remote."

Israel announces new West Bank settlements despite sanctions threat
USA TODAYUSA TODAY·16d·
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"…Settlement activity in the West Bank has accelerated sharply since the war in Gaza, now in its 20th month, adding to escalating Israeli military operations against Palestinian militants and increasing numbers of settler attacks targeting Palestinian residents."

Live updates: Israel OKs more settlements in the West Bank as Gaza strikes kill at least 13
Associated PressAssociated Press·16d·
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"…Israeli strikes on the Gaza Strip, where Palestinians have become increasingly desperate for food after nearly three months of Israeli border closures, killed at least 13 people overnight, local health officials said."

Israel authorizes more settlements in the occupied West Bank. Strikes on Gaza kill 13, officials say
Associated PressAssociated Press·17d·
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"…Israel has accelerated settlement construction in recent years — long before Hamas’ Oct. 7, 2023, attack ignited the war in Gaza — confining Palestinians to smaller and smaller areas of the West Bank and making the prospect of establishing a viable, independent state even more remote."

Israel announces major expansion of settlements in occupied West Bank
BBC NewsBBC News·17d·
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"…Israeli ministers say 22 new Jewish settlements have been approved in the occupied West Bank - the biggest expansion in decades."

Israel authorizes more settlements in the occupied West Bank. Strikes on Gaza kill 34, officials say
Boston HeraldBoston Herald·16d·
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"…Israel has accelerated settlement construction in recent years — long before Hamas’ Oct. 7, 2023, attack ignited the war in Gaza — confining Palestinians to smaller and smaller areas of the West Bank and making the prospect of establishing a viable, independent state even more remote."

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