One of the most significant changes included in Sunday’s security cabinet decision allows Israelis to buy West Bank land directly from Palestinians. Most of the West Bank became Area C under full Israeli security control. While Washington refrained from criticising the Israeli measures, a ‌White House ⁠official ‌reiterated Trump’s opposition to ‍Israeli annexation. ‌He “has clearly stated that he does not support Israel annexing the West Bank”, the official said. “A stable West Bank ‌keeps Israel secure and is in ‌line ‍with this administration’s goal ⁠to achieve peace in the ⁠region."

Source: The Irish Times February 10, 2026 17:45 UTC