France, UK, Germany, and Italy Condemn Israel's E1 Settlement Plan
The E4 group, comprising France, Germany, the United Kingdom, and Italy, issued a joint statement condemning Israel's plan to build approximately 1,200 housing units in the E1 area beyond the Green Line. The statement declared the Israeli government's decision unacceptable and emphasized that the international community has long opposed settlement expansion. It warned that the E1 plan would damage prospects for a two-state solution by creating a wedge in the West Bank and disrupting territorial contiguity for Palestinians.
The E4 countries stressed that the settlement expansion would not only hinder peace efforts but also harm Israel's international standing. They cautioned contractors against bidding on construction tenders related to the project, highlighting potential legal and reputational consequences, including risks of involvement in serious violations of international law.
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