Muslim countries slam Israel for ‘illegal annexation’ push in West Bank
Summary
Eight Muslim-majority countries have criticized Israel after it approved new measures in the West Bank that could increase Israeli settlers' land ownership and control in the area. These countries argue that Israel's actions amount to a step towards illegal annexation of the territory. Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has called on President Donald Trump and the United Nations to intervene.Key Facts
- Eight Muslim-majority countries, including Egypt and Saudi Arabia, condemned Israel's new rules in the West Bank.
- Israel's security cabinet approved measures to expand control, allowing Israelis to buy land in the occupied West Bank.
- The changes will also alter the management of religious sites and increase Israeli oversight in Palestinian-run areas.
- Israel's leaders describe this as reinforcing their presence, while Palestinians see it as a move towards annexation.
- Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has urged international intervention from President Trump and the UN.
- The European Union criticized Israel's decision as problematic for peace efforts in the region.
- Over 700,000 Israelis live in the West Bank where 3.3 million Palestinians also reside.
- The West Bank is a focal point for a future Palestinian state, and annexation is considered illegal by international law.
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