Golan Heights Recognition

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Israel's Netanyahu wants to name new Golan settlement after Trump 24.04.2019

Benjamin Netanyahu intends to name a new settlement in the Golan Heights after Donald Trump. The US president has recognized Israeli sovereignty in the region, which is occupied Syrian territory under international law.

Golan Heights: Why it matters to US, Israel and Syria 22.03.2019

President Donald Trump has pledged to recognize Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights. DW explains why the contested territory matters.

Trump: Time for US to 'fully recognize' Golan Heights as Israeli 21.03.2019

US President Donald Trump has sent a foreign policy tweet calling for recognition of the contested area as belonging to Israel. The call comes as Secretary of State Pompeo meets with Israeli PM Netanyahu in Jerusalem.

Russia, Iran and Syria slam Trump's Golan Heights comments 22.03.2019

A statement by President Donald Trump that the US should recognize Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights is likely to stir tensions. Europe alongside Russia, Syria and Iran warned against any unilateral moves.