LIVE: Israel approves measures to expand its powers in occupied West Bank

Al Jazeera ConflictNews ReportEN 1 min read 100% complete by Umut Uras,Urooba JamalFebruary 9, 2026 at 08:22 AM

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Palestine urges ‘powerful partners’ to stop Israel’s West Bank ‘annexation’

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In February 2026, Israel's security cabinet approved measures to expand its authority in the occupied West Bank. The new rules facilitate land acquisition by Israeli settlers and grant Israeli officials greater power to enforce laws on Palestinians in the area. These changes affect areas under Palestinian control within the West Bank. Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas condemned the decision as a de facto annexation, deeming it illegal and dangerous. Abbas has urged US President Donald Trump and the UN Security Council to intervene. The measures are expected to significantly alter the existing dynamics and control within the occupied territory.

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Abbas considers the decision equal to de facto annexation.

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Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas called the Israeli decision dangerous and illegal.

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The measures expand the powers of Israeli authorities in areas under Palestinian control.

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The rules will make it easier for Israeli settlers to buy land in the occupied West Bank.

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Israel's security cabinet approved measures to expand its powers in the occupied West Bank.

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Tarqumiyah 30% Hebron 40% Donald Trump 60% United Nations Security Council 60% Mahmoud Abbas 70% Palestinians ×280% Israel ×590% West Bank ×490%

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occupied west bank 100% israeli settlers 80% palestinian land 70% palestinians 60% israeli authorities 60% israel 60% mahmoud abbas 50% de facto annexation 50% security cabinet 40%