The United Nations has slammed a recent settlement expansion plan by Israel to build 2’500 more units in the West Bank, calling such “unilateral actions” as hinder for peace in the region.
EU, UN rap settlement expansion plan by Tel Aviv
25 Jan 2017 - 13:36
The United Nations has slammed a recent settlement expansion plan by Israel to build 2’500 more units in the West Bank, calling such “unilateral actions” as hinder for peace in the region.
On Tuesday, UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres’ spokesman, Stephane Dujarric, said, "For the secretary general there is no plan B for the two states solution."
The Palestine Liberation Organization also reacted to the move with Secretary General Saeb Erekat saying that "the international community must hold Israel accountable immediately."
He added that Tel Aviv seems to have become emboldened by "what they consider encouragement by American President Donald Trump."
The EU also slammed the move, stating that it “seriously undermines the prospects for peace with the Palestinians."
“It is regrettable that Israel is proceeding with this policy, despite the continuous serious international concern and objections, which have been constantly raised at all levels," said a statement released by the European Union External Action Service.
A spokesman for Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas also denounced the construction plans as a new blow to attempts aimed at bringing peace to the region.
Nabil Abu Rudeineh said the decision "disregards" international opposition to the illegal settlements, and urged the international community to take a "real and serious position" against Israel.
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