British officials fear Donald Trump could recognise Israeli West Bank settlements
by Kiran Stacey, Patrick Wintour and Andrew Roth from World news | The Guardian on (#7082N)
Government insiders say move would be a serious blow to prospect of a two-state solution
British officials fear Donald Trump could recognise Israeli control over illegal settlements on the West Bank in retaliation for the UK, France and others deciding to recognise Palestine.
Government insiders believe the US president is considering granting official recognition to the Israeli communities there, in what would be a serious blow to the prospect of a two-state solution.
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