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Europe, Canada condemn Israeli plans for new West Bank settlement

The 'unacceptable' E1 plan carries 'legal and reputational consequences' for those participating, European nations warn.

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Malaysia has strongly criticized Israel's plans to expand the E1 settlement in the occupied West Bank. Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim denounced the Israeli move, stating it would divide the West Bank and severely hinder the possibility of a contiguous Palestinian state. Anwar emphasized that Israeli settlements in the West Bank are in violation of international law and reiterated that Tel Aviv is acting with impunity.

The Malaysian leader pointed out that the decision comes amid rising settler violence against Palestinians in the West Bank and the ongoing genocide in Gaza, suggesting that Israel has abandoned any pursuit of peace or respect for the international community. Malaysia reaffirmed its commitment to the Palestinian right to a state and warned that any international company participating in the E1 settlement project expansion will face consequences.

Anwar firmly denounced the Israeli government's decision to issue construction tenders for the project.

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·hani.co.kr

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