Israel Gives Itself More Control Over Occupied West Bank
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In February 2026, Israel's security cabinet made changes to West Bank policy, granting itself greater control over the occupied territory. The measures, decided in a closed-door meeting, ease land acquisition for Jewish settlers and undermine the Palestinian Authority in areas it administers. Critics say these actions violate the Oslo Accords and international law, accelerating annexation efforts. The changes come after President Trump's rejection of annexation and support for Israeli-Palestinian talks. Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich stated the goal is to deepen Israeli roots in the West Bank and bury the idea of a Palestinian state. These actions occur amidst increased Israeli settlement expansion in the West Bank following the Hamas-led attack in 2023.
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