Trump White House voices opposition after Israel unveils plan to increase control over West Bank
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Israel's security cabinet has approved plans that pave the way for more settlements in the occupied Palestinian territory
A White House official has reiterated Donald Trump's opposition towards Israel annexing the West Bank, after Israeli plans were announced that would pave the way for more settlements in the occupied Palestinian territory.
The measures, announced on Sunday, included allowing Jewish Israelis to buy West Bank land directly, and extending greater Israeli control over areas where the Palestinian Authority exercises power. It was unclear when the new rules, approved by Israel's security cabinet, would take effect but they do not require further approval.
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