New Security Cabinet Ruling: Israel Tightens Control Over West Bank Amid Rising Tensions


 






In a move that has sparked international concern and fierce Palestinian condemnation, the Israeli Security Cabinet has officially approved new regulations designed to solidify Israeli governance over the occupied West Bank. According to local media reports, these rules represent a significant shift in the administrative and legal landscape of the region, further complicating the prospects for a future peace settlement.

The newly approved measures streamline the process for Israeli settlers to acquire land within the West Bank, removing several bureaucratic hurdles that previously slowed down expansion. Furthermore, the ruling grants Israeli officials expanded enforcement powers over Palestinian residents in Area C, allowing for more direct legal and administrative intervention.

Palestinian authorities have reacted with outrage, labeling the decision a "de facto annexation" of occupied territory and a violation of international law. Human rights organizations warn that these policies will likely lead to increased friction and a potential escalation of violence, as the balance of power shifts further toward institutionalizing the settlement enterprise.

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