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November 20, 2014

Israel Approves 78 New Illegal Settlement Homes in East Jerusalem 
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As the destruction of Palestinian homes has resumed, the Israeli
government has announced the construction of new homes in its illegal
settlements. On Wednesday, the Israeli government announced a tender for
78 new homes in East Jerusalem. In a statement, the State Department
said: "[we] reiterate our clear and consistent opposition to
construction activity in East Jerusalem."

 

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