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    UK, Canada, Germany and others condemn Israel's West Bank settlement plan

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    Posted on December 24, 2025

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    Last updated: January 20, 2026

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    Countries including the UK and Canada condemn Israel's approval of new West Bank settlements, citing legal violations and potential instability.

    UK, Canada, Germany Condemn Israel's West Bank Plan

    LONDON, Dec 24 (Reuters) - Countries including Britain, Canada, Germany and others on Wednesday condemned the Israeli security cabinet's approval of 19 new settlements in the occupied West Bank, saying they violated international law and risked fuelling instability.

    "We call on Israel to reverse this decision, as well as the expansion of settlements," said a joint statement released by Britain, Belgium, Denmark, France, Italy, Iceland, Ireland, Japan, Malta, the Netherlands, Norway and Spain.

    "We recall that such unilateral actions, as part of a wider intensification of the settlement policies in the West Bank, not only violate international law but also risk fuelling instability," the statement said.

    Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar rejected the statement by foreign countries in an X post on Wednesday, saying the decision aimed to help address security threats faced by Israel.

    "Foreign governments will not restrict the right of Jews to live in the Land of Israel, and any such call is morally wrong and discriminatory against Jews," he said.

    (Reporting by Muvija M; editing by Philippa Fletcher and Chris Reese)

    Key Takeaways

    • •Several countries condemned Israel's new West Bank settlements.
    • •The settlements are seen as violating international law.
    • •The decision could increase regional instability.
    • •Israel defends the settlements as addressing security threats.
    • •Foreign Minister Saar rejects international criticism.

    Frequently Asked Questions about UK, Canada, Germany and others condemn Israel's West Bank settlement plan

    1What is international law?

    International law refers to a set of rules and principles that govern the relations and dealings of nations with each other and with individuals, organizations, and other entities.

    2What is a joint statement?

    A joint statement is a formal declaration issued by two or more parties, typically expressing a shared position or agreement on a particular issue.

    3What is a security threat?

    A security threat refers to any potential danger that could harm an individual, organization, or nation, often related to issues like terrorism, espionage, or cyber attacks.

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