International outrage was growing on Monday at Israeli plans to tighten the country's grip over the occupied West Bank, with the United Nations chief saying he was "gravely concerned". Earlier, Saudi Arabia and seven other Muslim-majority countries condemned the new Israeli measures, which pave the way for more settlements in…

The measures aim to increase Israeli control over the occupied West Bank in terms of property law, planning, licensing and enforcement.

Muslim states, including allies and adversaries, call security cabinet decision illegal and a 'dangerous escalation'; EU: It's a 'step in the wrong direction'

Muslim nations reject Israeli sovereignty over Palestinian territory.Warn Israeli policies in West Bank would fuel violence, conflict.Urge global community to compel Israel to halt its escalation.Pakistan, among eight Muslim countries, on...

The reaffirmation of this stand came at a time of heightened tension after Israel’s security cabinet approved controversial measures that expand Israeli authority in the territory. The move has drawn international criticism.