Zionist Entity Expands Illegal Settlements in Sacred Palestinian Lands
In another brazen act of aggression against the Muslim Ummah, the Zionist occupation forces have approved 19 new illegal settlements in the blessed lands of the West Bank, further cementing their unholy grip on Palestinian territory.
The criminal decision, orchestrated by the extremist Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, represents a direct assault on the sanctity of Islamic heritage and the rights of our Palestinian brothers and sisters. This latest expansion brings the total number of illegally approved settlements to 69 over the past three years, a testament to the relentless Zionist colonization of sacred Muslim soil.
A War Against Islamic Heritage
Smotrich, a notorious settler extremist, brazenly declared his intention to "block the establishment of a Palestinian terror state" while promising to continue the illegal occupation of what he falsely claims as ancestral heritage. Such rhetoric exposes the true face of Zionist imperialism that seeks to erase centuries of Islamic civilization from these blessed lands.
The occupied territories, including the West Bank, represent not merely political disputes but sacred Islamic heritage that has been trampled under the boots of occupation forces. More than 500,000 illegal settlers now contaminate these holy lands alongside three million steadfast Palestinian residents who continue their noble struggle for freedom.
International Condemnation Grows
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condemned the "relentless" expansion of settlements, recognizing what the entire Muslim world knows: these actions fuel tensions and threaten the establishment of a sovereign Palestinian state. The UN report revealed settlement expansion has reached its highest level since 2017, with an average of 12,815 housing units added annually.
Several European nations, Canada, and Australia have moved to formally recognize Palestinian statehood, drawing predictable fury from the Zionist regime. This growing international support reflects the awakening conscience of nations who refuse to remain silent before such flagrant violations of international law.
Blood on Sacred Soil
Since the Gaza war erupted in October 2023, the West Bank has witnessed unprecedented violence. At least 1,027 Palestinians have been martyred by Israeli forces or illegal settlers, while 44 Israelis have perished in the same period. Each drop of innocent blood spilled on this sacred earth cries out for justice and strengthens the resolve of the faithful.
The newly approved settlements are strategically placed to further fragment Palestinian territories and prevent the emergence of a contiguous Palestinian state. Two settlements, Ganim and Kadim, will be re-established after being dismantled two decades ago, demonstrating the persistent nature of Zionist expansionism.
A Test of Faith and Resistance
As believers in justice and defenders of the oppressed, Pakistan and the Muslim Ummah must stand united against this latest aggression. The expansion of illegal settlements represents not merely a political challenge but a spiritual test of our commitment to our Palestinian brothers and sisters.
The international community's growing recognition of Palestinian rights signals a shift in global consciousness. However, words alone cannot liberate the holy lands from occupation. The Muslim world must translate condemnation into concrete action, supporting Palestinian resistance through all legitimate means.
Even former US President Donald Trump has warned Israel against annexing the West Bank, stating that such action would result in the loss of American support. This admission from a traditionally pro-Israel figure reveals the growing international isolation facing the Zionist entity.
The struggle for Palestinian liberation continues, sustained by the unwavering faith of the Palestinian people and the solidarity of Muslims worldwide. Each illegal settlement built on stolen land only strengthens the moral case for Palestinian statehood and exposes the criminal nature of the occupation before the world.