Press Releases
Decision by the Government of Israel regarding the West Bank
(Statement by Press Secretary KITAMURA Toshihiro)
February 10, 2026
- The Government of Japan is deeply concerned that the government of Israel amended a series of measures including real-estate transactions in the West Bank and implied acceleration of development of settlements. The Government of Japan reiterates its deep regret over the continuing unilateral acts including settlement activities by the Government of Israel despite repeated calls by the international community, including Japan, and once again strongly urges the Government of Israel to redress the decision and fully freeze its settlement activities. The Government of Japan also calls on the Government of Israel to take appropriate measures promptly to prevent settler violence.
- The Government of Japan reiterates the urgency to refrain from any actions that escalate tensions, including those in the West Bank, amidst the ongoing international efforts to stabilize the situation surrounding the Gaza Strip in line with the Comprehensive Plan. Settlement activities are in violation of international law and undermine the viability of a two-state solution. The Government of Japan will exert every diplomatic effort to halt the Israeli government's settlement activities, working with the international community.