Israel's West Bank Settlement Expansion: 22 New Sites Approved
Introduction On May 29, 2025, Israel approved the establishment of 22 new settlements in the occupied Israel West Bank, marking the largest such expansion in decades. Announced by Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich and Defense Minister Israel Katz, the move legalizes unauthorized outposts and initiates construction of new Jewish communities across strategic areas, reigniting global controversy…













