Plans to build at least 800 new homes for Israeli settlers in the West Bank have been initially approved, less than a week before talks between Israel and the Palestinians are due to resume, <br /><br />Most world powers and the UN regard all Israeli settlements in the area as illegal.<br /><br />Before construction is allowed, the final go-ahead must be given by the Israeli government.<br /><br />...<br />http://www.euronews.net/