Summary
Amnesty International says that because the global community hasn't taken action against Israel for breaking international laws in the West Bank, the situation has gotten worse, leading to further annexation of Palestinian territories. This has included more Israeli settlements and violence, which the international community has failed to stop. Amnesty International and the UN have expressed concerns about the impact of these actions on the Palestinian population.
Key Facts
- Amnesty International claims Israel continues to annex Palestinian land in the West Bank due to lack of global intervention.
- The West Bank has been under Israeli occupation since the 1967 war.
- Amnesty International blames the international community for not taking stronger actions, like suspending agreements with Israel, to stop these practices.
- A UN report highlights increased violence and forceful tactics used by the Israeli army in the West Bank.
- Israeli government has approved plans for 19 new settlements, increasing the total to about 210 official settlements.
- Since October 2023, over 1,094 Palestinians have died due to conflict in the West Bank.
- Israeli settlements in the West Bank are considered illegal under international law.
- The expansion of Israeli settlements is seen as splitting Palestinian territories and increasing tension.
