Israeli far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich announced a plan to build 3,500 apartments in E1 to expand Maale Adumim. Critics warn this may divide the West Bank. Smotrich stated the plan effectively 'buries' the possibility of a Palestinian state. This announcement coincides with UN General Assembly intentions from France, the UK, and Canada to formally recognize a Palestinian state. Smotrich indicated Israel would respond to any recognition of Palestinian statehood with severe measures, asserting full Israeli sovereignty over Judea and Samaria.
Bezalel Smotrich announced plans for 3,500 new apartments in E1 to expand the Israeli settlement of Maale Adumim, effectively segmenting the West Bank.
The expansion plan was framed as a move to bury the idea of a Palestinian state, amidst ongoing international recognition efforts from several countries.
Smotrich threatened repercussions for countries recognizing Palestinian statehood, emphasizing that such actions would invoke a strong response from Israel.
Smotrich asserted intentions to establish 'full Israeli sovereignty in all areas of Judea and Samaria' in response to threats against Israel's territorial claims.
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