EU urges Israel to reverse decision on settlements

BRUSSELS — European Union foreign policy chief Catherine Ashton urged Israel on Tuesday to reverse its decision to build 1,300 new settler homes in occupied east Jerusalem.

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By (AFP)

Published: Tue 9 Nov 2010, 4:50 PM

Last updated: Mon 6 Apr 2015, 8:07 AM

“Catherine Ashton is extremely concerned by the announcement by Israel of a plan for the construction of 1,300 new housing units in east Jerusalem,” her office said in a statement.

“This plan contradicts the efforts by the international community to resume direct negotiations and the decision should be reversed.”

(AFP)

Published: Tue 9 Nov 2010, 4:50 PM

Last updated: Mon 6 Apr 2015, 8:07 AM

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