Arab, Islamic, and European Nations Demand an End to Israeli Settlement Expansion

A coalition of 19 Arab, Islamic, and European nations has issued a strong statement directed at the Israeli regime, condemning the ongoing settlement expansions. These activities are undermining efforts to achieve lasting peace and stability in the region, particularly in relation to the twenty-point plan concerning Gaza.

The coalition urges the Netanyahu government to immediately halt all illegal settlements and to honor its international obligations. Furthermore, they call on Israel to refrain from any actions that would lead to permanent changes in the legal and administrative status of the occupied Palestinian territories.The nations also demand an end to the violence perpetrated by settlers against Palestinians. They reaffirm their commitment to take decisive actions against the expansion of illegal settlements in Palestinian territories as well as policies and threats related to forced displacement and annexation.