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More than 500,000 Israelis live in settlements in the West Bank, among around three million Palestinians. The construction and expansion of Israeli settlements in the territory has increased significantly under Netanyahu's government, despite being considered illegal under international law.
Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu has ordered the withdrawal of some settlements in the occupied West Bank, Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said on Sunday (6).
"As far as I know, Netanyahu gave the instruction to empty" certain settlements, Smotrich said, adding that he did not approve of the measure. According to the Israeli minister, the withdrawal concerned outposts built in areas under control of the Palestinian Authority and without official authorization.
Extremist leader of an ultra-right party that advocates the annexation of the entire West Bank, Smotrich boasted this Sunday of having led "a revolution" by building and legalizing "villages, farms, roads and thousands of homes" in the territory, which has been occupied by Israel since 1967.
While all Israeli settlements in the West Bank are considered illegal under international law, some established without government approval — often consisting of just a few prefabricated homes — are also considered illegal by Israel.
Several Israeli media outlets also reported on Sunday that Netanyahu had issued the order. Ynet, Israel's largest news site, said it was the result of pressure from the United States.
The United States Ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, visited the West Bank on Saturday (5) in support of Palestinians with American citizenship who have been victims of settler attacks.
"Our clear message is that crime is crime, terror is terror," Huckabee said, avoiding naming Israel directly. "When people do this, they should expect that there will be severe consequences."
Netanyahu's office, contacted by AFP, did not respond to the information.
More than 500,000 Israelis live in settlements in Palestinian territory, among around three million Palestinians. Israeli settlement construction and expansion in Palestinian territory has increased significantly under Netanyahu's government.
In late August, the prime minister had promised to continue establishing homes in the West Bank, despite growing international backlash.
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Netanyahu will face increasing pressure from ultra-right parties in his coalition over the settlement withdrawal order.
Likely · Within weeks
The United States may increase diplomatic pressure if the withdrawal is not fully implemented.
Possible · Within months

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