Israel Says Netanyahu Ordered Evacuation Of Some West Bank Settlements
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reportedly ordered the evacuation of several unauthorized West Bank settlements. Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich confirmed the instruction, noting his personal opposition to the move.
Why it matters
This reflects internal political tensions within the Israeli government regarding settlement policy and the legal status of outposts in the West Bank.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered the evacuation of some West Bank settlements deemed illegal under Israeli law, Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said Sunday."To my knowledge, Netanyahu has given the instruction to evacuate" certain settlements, Smotrich said, adding that he did not approve of the measure.While all Israeli settlements…
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