E1 settlement: Why Netanyahu, Israel’s right might not mind global outrage
Summary
Israel has invited bids to build over 1,200 housing units in the E1 area of the occupied West Bank, linking Israeli settlements and dividing the West Bank. This move has caused widespread international criticism because it threatens the chance for a Palestinian state, but some Israeli leaders support it to gain political advantage ahead of elections.Key Facts
- The Israeli government opened bids for more than 1,200 housing units in the E1 settlement area.
- E1 connects the settlement of Ma’ale Adumim with East Jerusalem, dividing the West Bank.
- Both supporters and critics agree the project ends the possibility of a Palestinian state.
- The United Nations and many countries strongly oppose the construction plan.
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other right-wing politicians use international criticism to strengthen their election campaigns.
- Far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich supports the E1 plan and may gain from increased right-wing votes.
- Several Middle Eastern and European countries issued formal condemnations of the settlement plan.
- The US opposes West Bank annexation but has not directly criticized the E1 settlement itself.
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