Tuesday, 02 January 2024 12:17 GMT

US Reaffirms Opposition to West Bank Annexation, Support for Regional Peace


(MENAFN) A US diplomat said Friday that Washington opposes any move by Israel to annex the occupied West Bank, while reiterating its commitment to promoting peace and stability in the region.

Speaking at an Arria-formula session at UN headquarters, Ambassador Jeff Bartos, the US representative for UN Management and Reform, said the United States continues to coordinate closely with regional allies, international partners, and Israel to advance broader security and prosperity across the Middle East.

“The United States remains committed to working in close partnership with Israel and key Arab nations and the international community to bring peace, prosperity, security and dignity to the region,” Bartos told diplomats and members of the UN Security Council.

He further stated that the Trump administration does not support unilateral annexation steps in the occupied West Bank, stressing the importance of maintaining regional stability.

“As President (Donald) Trump has made clear, the United States opposes Israeli annexation of the West Bank,” he said, adding that “Stability in the West Bank is vital for Israel’s security and aligns with our goal of achieving peace in the region.”

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