The Turkish Foreign Ministry stressed that Israel’s continued construction of settlement units in the West Bank impedes the establishment of an independent Palestinian state. The statement emphasized that Israel’s acceleration to approve the decision of building settlement units before the inauguration of the new US administration is considered evidence of the illegality of the settlement units. The Foreign Ministry called on the international community, led by the United Nations, to put pressure on Israel to end its illegal actions and curb its continuing violations and abuses. To check the news, click here