By Sama Marwan,
The Palestinian Authority has urged the international community to take immediate action against the expansion of Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank.
Palestinian officials claim that the continuous growth of settlements is jeopardizing any chance for a two-state solution and exacerbating tensions in the region.
Recent construction projects have sparked protests across Palestinian towns and villages, where residents fear displacement.
The United Nations and several human rights organizations have echoed the Palestinian concerns, calling the settlements illegal under international law.
Despite international pressure, Israeli authorities maintain that the settlements are necessary for security purposes.
The Palestinian leadership is now pushing for renewed peace talks, though prospects for negotiations remain uncertain.
