“We very much regret the announcement made (by the United States) — and obviously not only the announcement, but the substance of the announcement. But for us, our own position — the way we view it — remains unchanged.”, said a spokesman for the United Nations Secretary-General, Stephane Dujarric, after the Israeli decision of establishing 6,200 settlement units in Jerusalem near Beit Safafa and Bethlehem. And stressed that settlement is an obstacle to lasting peace between Israel and Palestine. To check the news, click here