The White House has reiterated its opposition to Israel's moves to expand control over the West Bank, following the Israeli security cabinet's approval of measures that increase Jerusalem's administrative powers in areas Palestinians hope to include in a future state. The US statement emphasized the importance of stability in the West Bank for regional peace but stopped short of directly condemning the Israeli actions, which include allowing Jewish Israelis to purchase land and shifting authority over building permits in Hebron from the Palestinian Authority to Israel.

These measures also strengthen Israeli control over key religious sites, raising concerns among Arab allies and prompting international condemnation. While the US has previously issued similar calls for stability, it has avoided explicit criticism, even as Israel continues to advance policies seen by watchdogs as de facto annexation. The ongoing tensions threaten to complicate US efforts to stabilize Gaza and maintain support from regional partners.