Theories abound to explain the PM's move to claim parts of West Bank: a campaign tactic, a legacy bid, an opportunity granted by Trump. All are true, but that's not the full story

Heiko Maas expresses 'serious and honest worries' about move; FM Ashkenazi says Trump plan will be 'pursued responsibly,' but adds that no maps exist and no final decisions made

Ariel, Ma'ale Adumim and Etzion blocs don't require much mapping, and Jerusalem thinks drawing out process may help curb friction with Jordan

Heiko Maas, who said he entered politics because of Auschwitz, will reiterate Berlin's enduring friendship but also warn Jerusalem against move seen as violating international law

PA intelligence officers in 2 West Bank cities given order, last done ahead of Second Intifada, amid fears of conflict following possible Israeli annexation

Defense minister tells West Bank mayors US wants him and Netanyahu to be on same page regarding move, warns against neglecting peace treaty with Jordan

Amid burgeoning international criticism of move, Blue and White's Izhar Shai says centrist party has reached agreement with Likud

London-based Arabic newspaper says defense minister could make the trip to Amman to address the future of treaties if Jerusalem makes unilateral moves in West Bank

PA hopes austerity measures and severing coordination will pressure Israel to call off annexation plan, senior Palestinian official says

Elan Carr tells Israeli paper it is up to Jerusalem whether it wants to move forward with extending sovereignty over parts of West Bank