On 19 August 2026, the UN warned about new Israeli outposts in the West Bank. An outpost is a small group of new homes on occupied land. A UN spokesperson said the reports were deeply alarming. This week Israel offered contracts for more than 1,200 new homes. UN chief António Guterres asked Israel to stop its settlement plans.
In Dahiriya, near Hebron, about 40,000 people must stay inside their homes. Israeli forces began an operation there and blocked roads. The UN said people cannot buy food or reach their workplaces. The UN rights office also criticised words from an Israeli minister. It said his comments encourage more violence against Palestinians.