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<p>We consistently call for an immediate end to all actions that undermine the viability
of the two-state solution, including settlement expansion and restrictions on freedom
of movement within the West Bank, including to and from East Jerusalem. The UK's position
on settlements is clear. They are illegal under international law, present an obstacle
to peace, and threaten they physical viability of a two-state solution. We urge Israel
to halt settlement expansion immediately. We continue to stress to the Israeli authorities
the damage that their restrictions on movement, access and trade are doing to the
living standards of ordinary Palestinians. We are encouraging both sides to maintain
calm and avoid taking actions which make peace more difficult to achieve.</p>
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