The USA slammed the demolition of a Palestinian home in occupied West Bank by the Israeli army. “[T]he home of an entire family should not be demolished for the actions of one individual,” the US Embassy in Israel said. “We believe it is critical for all parties to refrain from unilateral steps that exacerbate tensions and undercut efforts to advance a negotiated two-state solution, this certainly includes the punitive demolition of Palestinian homes,” the statement read. This is the first time the United States has criticized the demolition of homes for Palestinians whom Israel accused of carrying out acts of violence. For further details, click here