Elul 28, 5777, 9/19/2017
construction approval To promote peace, Israel should not stop buildingBuilding is the best way to bring the PA to the table. Brazil blasts 'illegal settlements'Brazil blasts Israel's approval of new construction in Judea and Samaria, calls for creation of Palestinian state. Fatah official: Israel not a 'peace partner'Jibril Rajoub blasts Israel's approval of new community in Samaria, says it proves there's no partner for peace. Europe blasts Israeli constructionBritain, France and Germany condemn Israel's approval of new community for Amona residents, say it undermines peace. White House warns against 'unrestrained' buildingUnited States says "unrestrained" building in Judea and Samaria could hinder peace. Israel to 'significantly' reduce new constructionNetanyahu tells Cabinet that new policy on Judea and Samaria will be in line with Trump's views. Most Israelis believe Trump won't oppose construction55 percent of Jewish Israelis do not believe Trump will oppose construction in Judea and Samaria. 'Israel already coordinating construction with White House'Transportation Minister tells Arutz Sheva relations with Trump Administration greatly improved, Israel coordinating building policy with WH. Build, but shut up about it, says TrumpWhat other country stops the presses to announce that it is building more homes? 'At the end of the day, the goal is peace'White House spokesman: Statement about "settlements" is very clear. Netanyahu and Trump will discuss the peace process when they meet.White House: 'Settlements' may not help promote peaceIn first official statement on Israeli construction in Judea and Samaria, White House suggests it may not be helpful in promoting peace. Report: Trump asks Israel to stop constructionAmerican official tells Jerusalem Post Israel's recent construction announcements undermine Trump's peace efforts. PA threatens 'measures' against Israeli constructionAbbas spokesman condemns Israel’s announcement of new homes in Judea and Samaria, threatens the PA will take "necessary measures". EU blasts Israeli construction in Judea and SamariaEU foreign policy chief says Israel's new construction in Judea and Samaria makes a two-state solution “impossible”. 3,000 new homes approved in Judea and SamariaLiberman and Netanyahu announce the construction of more than 3,000 new housing units in Judea and Samaria. Erekat: We await Trump's response to Israeli constructionPLO Secretary-General demands a response from President Donald Trump to Israel's "settlement activities". Security Council discusses Judea and Samaria constructionUN Security Council meets behind closed doors to discuss Israel's construction approval, but takes no action. Germany doubts Israel is serious about the two-state solutionGermany expresses doubts on whether Israel is committed to the two-state solution after its approval of new construction. Erekat 'shocked' at Trump's silence on Israeli constructionPLO Secretary-General calls on President Donald Trump's administration to clarify its policy with regard to Israeli "settlements". UN blasts Israel's 'unilateral actions'United Nations denounces Israel’s approval of new homes in Judea and Samaria, says "unilateral actions" are an obstacle to peace.Trump administration refuses to comment on Israeli constructionWatch: White House Press Secretary dodges question on Israeli construction in Judea & Samaria, says Trump views Israel as "huge" ally. PA calls on intl community to punish Israel for Yesha buldingPLO secretary general Saeb Erekat calls on international community to take action against Israel following approval of 2,500 units in Yesha. 2,500 housing units approved for Judea and Samaria2,500 housing units approved days after Trump inauguration, mostly in large blocs France blasts Israel's approval of Jerusalem homesFrench Foreign Ministry condemns approval of 566 new housing units in Jerusalem, says "settlements" threaten the two-state solution.Netanyahu and Trump to speak tonightPM Netanyahu and President Donald Trump to hold first conversation since inauguration, as ministers push for more construction. UN envoy: 'Settlements' are a worrying developmentUN envoy to the Middle East links Israeli construction in Jerusalem to the "dangerously" changing situation in the region. State Department blasts new Jerusalem constructionState Department says U.S. is strongly opposed to "settlement activity" after Israel approves new homes in Jerusalem's Gilo neighborhood.Jerusalem to approve new constructionJerusalem to approve construction of more than 180 housing units in Gilo, a plan which has so far been avoided due to American pressure. U.S. blasts Israeli activities in Judea and SamariaAt UN Security Council meeting on "settlements", American envoy says Israeli construction creates a "one state reality". Deputy Jerusalem Mayor: No more construction for ArabsDeputy Mayor of Jerusalem, Meir Turgeman, says he will cancel construction plans in eastern Jerusalem following Sunday's terror attack. State Department blasts Hevron constructionState Department condemns government approval for the planning of new housing for Jews in Hevron as "settlement expansion".Jerusalem municipality backs Gilo constructionPlan to build new housing units in the southern Jerusalem neighborhood of Gilo advanced with the blessing of the Jerusalem municipality.Israel: Criticism of construction 'lacks factual basis'Foreign Ministry rejects criticism of planned construction in Gilo, says the real obstacle to peace is Palestinian rejection of Israel. State Department blasts 'corrosive' Israeli constructionState Department spokesman issues scathing condemnation of Israeli plans to build new homes in Jerusalem neighborhood of Gilo. Elkin: Building only for Arabs will be devastatingMinister Elkin calls for building homes in Givat HaMatos to prevent an entirely Arab enclave in Jerusalem. Government approves 1,500 new units for Jews in JerusalemNetanyahu personally approves 500 units for completion, and another 1,000 on the way, in Ramat Shlomo. State Department 'Deeply Concerned' by Israeli ConstructionState Department says Israel’s planned construction in Beit El and Jerusalem threatens the two-state solution. PLO Official Denounces Israeli Construction as 'War Crimes'PLO's Hanan Ashrawi says Israel destroying the two-state solution with construction plans in Beit El and Jerusalem. EU: Israeli Construction Questions Commitment to Two StatesEU condemns plans for new construction in Beit El, says they "call into question" Israel's commitment to the two-state solution. Likud: Ya'alon, Not Jewish Home, Final Authority on ConstructionLikud source claims Deputy Defense Minster Ben-Dahan will not have power to approve construction in Judea-Samaria. Sa'ar to Netanyahu: Don't Talk About Building, BuildFormer Likud minister calls on PM Netanyahu to build throughout the city of Jerusalem instead of just talking about it. UN Chief Deplores Israel's 'Settlement Activity'Ban Ki-moon says "settlements are illegal under international law", notes "unilateral actions" will not be recognized. The New 'Settlement' Housing Units Are HolyNo one who cares about Israel should take Obama's protests seriously. They are not the story. White House Blasts 'Illegitimate' Israeli ConstructionWhite House spokesman warns new Israeli construction will "have detrimental impacts on the ground". Erekat: There's No Difference Between Israel and ISISPA chief negotiator says Israel’s construction in Judea and Samaria is like the terrorism carried out by the Islamic State. State Dept: Reports of Sanctions Against Israel 'Unfounded'State Department spokeswoman Jen Psaki denies Washington is considering sanctions against Israel over its construction plans. Washington Stresses 'Consistent Opposition' to ConstructionAs expected, the United States condemns Israel's approval of new homes for Jews in Jerusalem. Approved: 78 Jewish Homes to Be Built in Jerusalem50 homes in Har Homa, 28 in Ramot, in latest building tender announcement for the capital. Turkey Condemns Israeli Construction PlansTurkey joins those condemning new Israeli construction, says it "violates international law." Obama Sees Israel as Responsible for Peace Talks FailingSenior official in Washington says President Obama thinks Israeli "settlement construction" caused peace talks to fail. Israeli Official Slams Indyk's 'Hypocrisy'Senior Israeli official accuses mediator Martin Indyk of “hypocrisy” in the wake of his comments blaming Israeli for torpedoing peace talks. Yesha Leaders to Netanyahu: You're Harming Our FutureHeads of Judea and Samaria communities write Netanyahu that he has hurt the region more than any leftist government. Germany's Foreign Minister: 'Settlements' Are DisruptiveAhead of visit to Israel, Germany's Foreign Minister says communities in Judea and Samaria are "obstacles to peace." Erekat Fumes Over Latest Israeli Construction ApprovalNew construction in Givat Ze'ev proves Israel doesn't want peace, claims chief PA negotiator. NGO: Israel plans 381 New Homes in Samaria TownLeftist Peace Now says government has approved plans to build 381 new homes in Givat Ze'ev, five kilometers north of Jerusalem. Abbas: Israel Using Talks to Expand 'Settlements'PA Chairman says peace talks must "not serve as a cover for the expansion of Israeli settlements." Minister Ariel: We'll Build, Even if the Americans Don't ApproveIsraeli construction in Judea and Samaria will continue even if the Americans don’t like it, declares Housing Minister. |
