The European Union issued a statement on the recent Israeli announcement to approve the construction of new housing units in West Bank settlements. The UK has been clear and consistent in its view that Israeli settlements are illegal and that there must be a freeze on settlement activity.  We fully support the EU statement.

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The European Union expresses its serious concern over Israel’s approval of additional settlement construction. Settlements are illegal under international law and constitute an obstacle to peace. The European Union reiterates its call on Israel to immediately end settlement activities, including in East Jerusalem and including natural growth, and to dismantle all outposts erected since March 2001.

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