Norway deplores decision to build new settlements in the West Bank
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Published under: Stoltenberg's 2nd Government
Publisher: Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Press release | Date: 08/06/2012
“Norway deplores the Israeli Government’s decision to build 851 new housing units in settlements in the West Bank. The construction and expansion of settlements on occupied land are a violation of international law. Israel is threatening the basis for a two-state solution by acting unilaterally,” said Foreign Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.
“Norway deplores the Israeli Government’s decision to build 851 new housing units in settlements in the West Bank. The construction and expansion of settlements on occupied land are a violation of international law. Israel is threatening the basis for a two-state solution by acting unilaterally,” said Foreign Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.
”It is unfortunate that the expansion of settlements continues despite the strong reactions from the international community over a number of years. I urge the Israeli authorities to reverse their decision to build these housing units,” said Mr Støre.