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Israel’s West Bank Land Registry Move Sparks Palestinian Outrage

  Israeli's sit on the roof next to a flag, as they monitor a weekly settlers' tour in Hebron, in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, February 14, 2026.  Israel’s cabinet has approved a plan to formally register land in parts of the occupied West Bank, a step that Israeli officials say will modernize property records and clarify ownership. The initiative would allow the state to designate certain areas as Israeli state land and streamline processes for settlement expansion. Palestinian leaders have sharply condemned the decision, calling it a “de‑facto annexation” that further entrenches Israeli control over territory they envision as part of a future state. Several Arab governments have also criticized the move, arguing that it violates international law and undermines efforts to revive negotiations. Supporters within the Israeli government argue that the registration process will reduce legal disputes and bring administrative order to the region. Opponents counter that it acc...
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Investor Relief: Markets Stabilize as Tariff Tensions Ease

 


U.S. stocks experienced a welcome reprieve after initial sell-offs triggered by President Trump’s sweeping tariff announcements. Early in the trading session, fears of a full-blown trade war led to sharp declines across major indices. However, after Trump announced a one‐month delay on tariffs targeting Mexico, investor sentiment began to shift, and share falls eased noticeably.

The temporary pause allowed markets to regain some lost ground, with the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all managing to claw back earlier losses. Analysts noted that the delay reduced immediate concerns over supply chain disruptions and increased costs, giving investors a short-term breather while negotiations continue. Although uncertainties remain—especially as tariffs on Canada and China are still pending—the easing of share falls has injected cautious optimism into the market, suggesting that further policy adjustments might help stabilize economic conditions.


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