Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich stated that US President Donald Trump supports the annexation of the West Bank. He also noted that the expansion of settlements in the West Bank is being coordinated with the administration of US President Donald Trump.
The editorial office, citing the Jerusalem Post, reports that Bezalel Smotrich emphasized that the process of expanding settlements is supported by the administration of US President Donald Trump. This support could further escalate the existing situation in the region.
Since 2022, over 51,000 new housing units have been approved, indicating a rapid expansion of settlements. At the same time, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) are expanding demolition operations in neighborhoods within Lebanese territory.