construction approval![]() PA blasts Israel's 'settlement assault'Abbas spokesman accuses Netanyahu of "defying the world" following approval of construction in Beit El.![]() UN envoy: Israel continuing to build 'settlements'UN envoy for the Middle East accuses Israel of continuing to “build settlements at a high rate" in defiance of Security Council.![]() 'Build in Judea and Samaria'Former Likud minister Gideon Sa’ar urges the Israeli government to approve construction throughout Judea and Samaria.![]() Official: Bennett trying to make political gainsSenior political official claims Bennett knew for a while that construction plans for Judea and Samaria would be approved.![]() On Sunday: Right-wing ministers' testSix ministers refuse to announce they will back bill obligating the government to fulfill promises to build in Judea and Samaria.![]() 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. |