E1 Settlements Ignite Global Alarm | US News

Israel moves forward with plans to build over 1,200 new housing units in the E1 area of the West Bank—a strategic move that could split the territory and isolate East Jerusalem—despite U.S. officials confirming no intervention is planned. The Trump administration’s Jerusalem embassy aligns fully with Netanyahu’s government, with David Milstein, a key U.S. adviser there and stepson of a Netanyahu ally, reportedly steering policy. As Israel’s Housing Ministry opens bidding just before elections, critics—including Peace Now—label it a “scorched-earth” tactic. The U.S. State Department avoids direct condemnation, while global leaders from Europe, Canada, and beyond warn it threatens peace and stability, with Palestinians and Egypt calling it dangerously destabilizing under international law. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/11468c2d4d358e36