US offers diplomatic services in West Bank settlements for the first time

The US embassy has begun offering consular services at temporary locations in two Israeli settlements in the West Bank. This is the first time the US has provided such services in settlements, which most of the international community considers to be occupied territory.

Critics of the move say it appears to normalize Israel's control over the area. Meanwhile, Trump has stated he does not support Israel formally annexing the West Bank, and the US government has reiterated its opposition to annexation.