Israeli Settlement Construction ‘May Not Be Helpful’ to Reaching Peace, White House Says

‘Donald Trump’s White House said late Thursday that Israel’s settlement construction may not be helpful to reaching a peace deal with the Palestinians.
“The American desire for peace between the Israelis and the Palestinians has remained unchanged for 50 years. While we don’t believe the existence of settlements is an impediment to peace, the construction of new settlements or the expansion of existing settlements beyond their current borders may not be helpful in achieving that goal.’
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