Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has declared that Israel will assert full sovereignty over Judea and Samaria, the region internationally recognized as the West Bank, which has been under Israeli occupation since 1967. This announcement marks a significant shift towards formal annexation, moving beyond the current de facto control. Recent prediction market activity indicates a decrease in odds for US recognition of Palestine by 2027, reflecting the impact of heightened Israeli political actions. Observers are monitoring reactions from key international actors, including the United States and European nations, whose positions could influence recognition dynamics.
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