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Israel’s plan for massive new West Bank settlement would make a Palestinian state impossible

The Israeli government has approved a plan for construction of a massive new settlement bloc in the controversial E1 area in the occupied West Bank.

The Conversation · Aug 21, 2025

With eyes on re-election, Netanyahu’s fights with world leaders aim to distract from his many political problems

As the longest-serving Israeli prime minister (17 years), Benjamin Netanyahu is famous for his political wizardry and survival skills. But he is also a highly controversial figure with questionable moral standards and legacy.

The Conversation · Aug 21, 2025

Israel approves controversial West Bank settlement project as IDF begins Gaza City assault

Israel gave final approval Wednesday for a controversial settlement project in the occupied West Bank that would effectively cut the territory in two. Meanwhile, the IDF said it had begun the first stages of its planned assault to seize Gaza City.

Euronews · Aug 21, 2025

Israel 'buries idea of Palestinian state' as it approves illegal West Bank settlement

Israel has given final approval for an illegal settlement project in the occupied West Bank that Palestinians and rights groups say could destroy…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 20, 2025

Israel approves settlement project that could divide West Bank

Israel has given final approval for a controversial settlement project that could cut the occupied West Bank effectively in two

The Independent UK · Aug 20, 2025

Australia cancels visa of far-right Israeli politician

Australian home minister accuses Simcha Rothman of intending to ‘spread division’

The Independent UK · Aug 19, 2025

Israelis rally nationwide calling for end to Gaza war, hostage deal

Demonstrators across Israel called on Sunday for an end to the Gaza war and a deal to release hostages still held by militants, a push lambasted by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his allies.

Radio France Internationale · Aug 17, 2025

France condemns israel’s west bank settlement plan as serious breach of international law

France has condemned Israel’s plan to build 3,400 new homes in the occupied West Bank, calling the project a “serious violation of international law” that risks destroying any chance of a contiguous Palestinian state.

Radio France Internationale · Aug 16, 2025

Arab, Islamic countries condemn Netanyahu’s ‘Greater Israel’ remark

A statement issued by the countries says the Israeli PM’s remarks constitutes a direct threat to Arab national security.

Al Jazeera · Aug 16, 2025

How the world is reacting to Israel’s settlement plan in occupied West Bank

Plans to develop the illegal E1 settlement, which would jeopardise a future Palestinian state, widely condemned.

Al Jazeera · Aug 15, 2025