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centerBREAKINGPalestinians appalled as Israel approves settlements in occupied West Bank
NEWS SUMMARY
Israel has approved the construction of 34 new settlements in the occupied West Bank, which Palestinians view with alarm due to concerns over land loss. This decision, made on April 12, 2026, has drawn criticism as settlements are considered illegal under international law.
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Israel–Palestine
The Israeli-Palestinian conflict is an ongoing military and political conflict in the Levant, with recent major escalations beginning in October 2023.
Active since May 1948
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