#international law
Egypt condemned statements by Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich on Tuesday, 12 November, following his orders to prepare infrastructure plans for annexing parts of the West Bank where Israeli settlements have been established. In a statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Egypt described Smotrich’s remarks as a “blatant violation” of international law, international humanitarian law, and United Nations Security Council resolutions. The ministry criticized Smotrich’s remarks as “irresponsible and extremist,” reflecting a “confrontational stance” that disregards peace efforts and…
