The Turkish Foreign Ministry has condemned moves by the Israeli occupation government in an attempt to legitimize the colonial outposts.

In a press release, he said, "We condemn the decisions announced by the Israeli authorities yesterday to legalize nine settlements in the West Bank which are illegal even under Israeli law."

The Turkish Foreign Ministry called on Israel to "end these measures, which could lead to a new cycle of violence in the region, which are contrary to international law and applicable United Nations standards."