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Israeli Minister’s Annexation Remarks on West Bank Draw International Condemnation

Israel’s Justice Minister calls for formal annexation of the West Bank in provocative remarks, sparking fierce backlash from Arab​ states.

According‍ to webangah news Agency,Israeli Justice Minister Yariv‍ Levin demanded the official​ annexation ‌of the West Bank​ during a ⁢Wednesday night meeting ‌with Yossi Dagan,head of the Samaria Regional ⁤Council.

Levin described ​this period as a​ “historic possibility” for israel, stressing that the moment must not be missed.

The remarks triggered⁢ widespread condemnation from international organizations and Arab states. The Arab League, Saudi ⁢Arabia, Egypt, Qatar, Kuwait, Jordan and the Palestinian Authority separately denounced the statements as part of Israel’s settlement policies that violate international law and promote racism.

The Arab League

Secretary-General Ahmed Aboul Gheit condemned Levin’s comments as “dangerous ⁢and irresponsible” in an official statement. He warned that Israel’s delusions of power and disregard for legal/ethical principles would plunge the region⁣ into⁣ endless violence cycles.

Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia ⁣rejected all settlement expansion attempts ‌in a statement urging global pressure on Tel Aviv‍ to comply with UN resolutions.

Egypt

Cairo​ dismissed ⁢Zionist officials’ annexation rhetoric while calling for immediate international intervention ‌against these violations.

Qatar

The Qatari Foreign ⁤ministry characterized these ⁤statements as reflecting Israel’s colonial policies. Citing UNSC⁢ Resolution ‌2334, it⁢ demanded urgent global ‌action ⁣against Israeli provocations including West Bank crimes, Jerusalem Judaization and Gaza aid⁢ obstruction.

Kuwait

The Kuwaiti Foreign Ministry condemned what it called ‍serious breaches of international law by⁣ Israeli officials advocating expanded occupation.

Jordan

“Sufian ‌Qudah”, spokesperson for Jordan’s foreign Ministry stated: “Israel’s actions constitute flagrant violations” referencing both‌ Resolution 2334 & International‍ Law‌ regarding settlements expansion .

Palestinian Authority

The PA labeled Levin​ ‘⁢ s declaration part oF ​israel ‘ S‌ comprehensive war against Palestinians . Spokesperson Nabil Abu Rudeinah reiterated demands foR ending occupation iN alL Palestinian territories⁢ including East⁢ Jerusalem anD ThE WesT Bank . ⁣

​News Sources: © webangah News‍ Agency , Mehr News Agency , Times Of Israel ⁢, ⁢

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