U.S. President Donald Trump has firmly stated that he will not permit Israel to annex the West Bank, responding to pressure from some Israeli politicians advocating for the extension of Israeli sovereignty over the area. During a press briefing in the Oval Office, Trump declared, "I will not allow Israel to annex the West Bank. Nope, I will not allow it. It’s not going to happen. There’s been enough. It’s time to stop now."

This statement comes as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces mounting pressure from his right-wing coalition to pursue annexation, which has raised concerns among Arab leaders. Recently, several countries, including France, the UK, Canada, and Australia, have recognized Palestinian statehood, aiming to revive the stalled peace process.

Netanyahu was in New York to address the United Nations when Trump made his remarks. His office has not yet commented on the situation. The West Bank, home to approximately 2.7 million Palestinians, is currently governed by the Palestinian Authority, unlike Gaza, where conflict with Hamas continues.

The international community largely views Israeli settlements in the West Bank as illegal under international law, a stance Israel disputes, citing historical claims to the land. Trump’s comments were made amid ongoing discussions about a 21-point peace plan for the Middle East, which he presented to Arab leaders at the UN General Assembly.

Arab nations have warned that any annexation would have severe consequences, with Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister stating that Trump understands the gravity of the situation. The conflict in Gaza has intensified, with over 65,000 Palestinians reported killed and significant destruction caused by Israeli military operations.

As international leaders gather in New York, efforts to provide humanitarian aid to Gaza continue, with Italy and Spain deploying naval ships to assist an aid flotilla facing challenges in delivering supplies. The situation remains critical as diplomatic efforts to resolve the ongoing conflict are underway.