Israel Plans to Expand West Bank Settlements Following Palestinian State Recognitions

Several nations' recognition of Palestinian statehood prompts Israel to consider new settlement proposals and punitive measures against the Palestinian Authority.

• Israel's Security Cabinet to vote on new settlement proposals next week.
• Recent recognitions of Palestinian statehood by European countries have triggered Israeli response.
• Israeli officials discuss punitive actions against the Palestinian Authority for international legal actions.
• Violence in the West Bank escalates, with significant Palestinian casualties reported.
• U.S. sanctions on settlers deemed largely symbolic by critics.

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