Israel's Secret Approval of 34 West Bank Settlements Sparks Global Condemnation

Israel has quietly approved 34 new settlements in the occupied West Bank, a move condemned by the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and others as a flagrant violation of international law. Sources confirm the decision was made in early April during a closed session of Israel's security cabinet. The settlements include both new construction and the legalization of previously unauthorized outposts, some located deep within Palestinian territories. This marks the largest single-session appr