Israel's Sovereignty Ambitions: Finance Minister's Bold Vision

Israel's far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich expressed hopes for extending Israeli sovereignty into the occupied West Bank by 2025, counting on support from an anticipated Trump administration. Smotrich, known for his strong stance on this issue, aims for international recognition of Israel's sovereignty ambitions.

Israel's Finance Minister, Bezalel Smotrich, has made a bold declaration, expressing his desire for the country to extend its sovereignty into the occupied West Bank by the year 2025.

This announcement from Smotrich, who also holds a defense role for settlers, comes as he anticipates backing from the next U.S. administration, if led by Trump.

Smotrich's stance reflects his long-standing advocacy for Israeli sovereignty in the West Bank, a territory that Palestinians envision as part of their future state.

(With inputs from agencies.)