The Palestinian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates (MOFAE) condemned the approval by the Israeli authorities of settlement plans to seize tens of dunams of lands from the Bethlehem Governorate, especially in the towns of Nahalin and Husan. These lands would later allow for the expansion of the settlement of “Beitar Illit” by building new settlement units and other public facilities to pave settlement roads. The Ministry also warned against the dangers of international silence over illegal settlement activities on the chances of achieving peace. The Ministry further stated that the silence of the international community on the violations of Israeli occupation and settlers amounts to collusion and indirect participation in the crime. For further details, click here