Bezalel Smotrich
Israeli officials claim Trump administration not opposed to West Bank annexation - exclusive
Several Israeli officials told The Jerusalem Post that the possibility of applying sovereignty “to certain areas” is being seriously considered, but Netanyahu has yet to make a final decision.
Israeli gov't cuts ministry budgets to allocate NIS 285m. toward school security
WATCH: Smotrich outlines plan to defeat Hamas, end Gaza war by 2026
'I will give the money, you will build the Temple,' Smotrich tells Jerusalem mayor
Lapid slams Gantz's proposal: 'No need to sit in gov't alongside Ben-Gvir and Smotrich'
Lapid rejected Gantz’s unity government proposal, stressing that there is no need for cooperation with far-right leaders to secure hostages and criticizing Netanyahu’s focus.
Dutch FM resigns over blocked Israel sanctions, party officials follow
Dutch Foreign Minister Caspar Veldkamp resigned despite reaching a compromise that would have seen an import ban on settlement goods.
Israel resumes construction of settlement project that would divide West Bank
Construction in E1 is expected to begin immediately, while Ashahel’s plan reaches the deposit stage, a key step toward final approval.
Netanyahu to hold emergency meeting on Europe's recognition of a Palestinian state
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will hold a security-political meeting on Monday regarding Israel's response to European countries recognizing a Palestinian state.
FM Sa'ar: Israel will revoke residence permits of Australia’s representatives to PA
Government officials have slammed Australia's decision to revoke MK Simcha Rothman's visa prior to his planned 'solidarity tour' to Australian Jewish communities.
Germany tells Israeli government to stop West Bank settlement construction
This comes after Smotrich announced his approval for settlements in the E1 area.
UN human rights office says Israeli plan for settlement near Jerusalem breaks international law
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich previously approved plans for a settlement that would split east Jerusalem from the West Bank.
Israel at War day 679: What's going on in Gaza, Lebanon?
Hezbollah head threatens Lebanon gov't • IDF seals 7 km. tunnel in Beit Hanun • Singapore airdrops aid to Gaza for the first time, IDF confirms
Diplomatic U-turn: US says stable West Bank in line with Trump goal for regional peace
The position is a reversal of previous US administrations that have warned against building projects in the West Bank, saying they harm chances of a two-state solution.
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Smotrich approves West Bank settlement plan to 'bury idea of Palestinian state'
"The plan is the 'final nail in the coffin' for the concept of a Palestinian state," Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich remarked.
