Hamas has warned that not a single hostage would leave the territory “alive” unless the group’s demands were met.
  • Lynthe@sh.itjust.works
    23·
    11 months ago

    What territories are you describing when you say “within the borders that Israel claims as it’s own.”

    • HelixDab2@lemm.ee
      3·
      11 months ago

      The West Bank, which is occupied territory. E.g., it’s not part of Israel under international law, but Israel claims it as its own.

      • Lynthe@sh.itjust.works
        1·
        11 months ago

        Ty for clarifying, West Bank settlements are absolutely abhorrent, but I’ve seen too many people use the phrase claimed territory to refer to all of Israel. I appreciate the response and clarification