Albanese joins coalition of nations calling for an end to Israeli settlement expansion in the West Bank
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has joined a coalition of Western nations calling for an end to Israeli settlement expansion in the West Bank. The coalition, which includes the UK, France, and Germany, condemns the settlements as illegal under international law. They emphasize the need for accountability regarding settler violence and reaffirm their commitment to a two-state solution.
- ▪Albanese and leaders from several countries issued a joint statement condemning Israeli settlements in the West Bank.
- ▪The statement highlights the unprecedented levels of settler violence and the undermining of stability in the region.
- ▪The coalition calls for an end to settlement expansion and accountability for violence against Palestinians.
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Western leaders have called for an end to the construction of Israeli settlements they say breach international law. Photograph: Ahmad Gharabli/AFP/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenWestern leaders have called for an end to the construction of Israeli settlements they say breach international law. Photograph: Ahmad Gharabli/AFP/Getty ImagesAustralian politicsAlbanese joins coalition of nations calling for an end to Israeli settlement expansion in the West BankAustralia joins the UK, Italy, France, Germany, Canada, Norway, the Netherlands and New Zealand in condemning illegal settlements Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Nino Bucci Sat 23 May 2026 02.03 EDTLast modified on Sat 23 May 2026 02.13 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleThe Israeli government is…
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