Even rightist Israeli governments used to subconsciously regard them as potentially temporary, settler leaders say. Now, they claim, that's all changed. Next stop: Full integration
As security cabinet advances plan its members say brings Israel closer to extending sovereignty beyond Green Line, Yoram Cohen says state should be working to 'reduce occupation'
Mohammad Shtayyeh sneers at security cabinet approval of Area C permits, say Oslo-era divisions of territory no longer apply; PLO official calls move 'farcical'
Former Defense Min. settlements aide says cabinet approval of 700 homes for Area C Palestinians a positive carrot, must be followed by stick of enforcement against illegal building
PM inaugurates new promenade in Efrat, whose mayor was one of the few settler leaders not to knock building plans; rival Gantz says he won't give up Jordan Valley in peace deal
Netanyahu pushing rare building permits in Area C under US pressure ahead of peace plan unveiling; right criticizes plan, but URWP's Smotrich accepts it
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