Israel is reportedly preparing to authorize the construction of 61 new settlements in the West Bank, marking the most significant expansion in the territory in decades. The move, reported by RT’s Charlotte Dubenskij, signals a substantial increase in Israeli presence in the region. Details regarding the specific locations and scale of these settlements have not been fully disclosed, but the plan is described as a significant land appropriation. This development is likely to heighten tensions with Palestinians, who claim the West Bank as part of their future state. International observers have consistently criticized Israeli settlement activity as an obstacle to peace negotiations. The plan is expected to be formally approved in the coming days, according to reports.