U.S. secretary general strongly condemns Israel

Clinton, speaking during a press conference alongside her Jordanian counterpart Nasser Judeh, said such actions breached Israel’s duties under the 2003 internationally-endorsed road map for Palestinian-Israeli peace, AFP reported.

“These actions are deeply regrettable. I have said before that the eviction of families and demolition of homes in East Jerusalem is not in keeping with Israeli obligations,” Clinton told reporters.

“And I urge the government of Israel and municipal officials to refrain from such provocative actions.

“Both sides have responsibilities to refrain from provocative actions that can block the path toward a comprehensive peace agreement,” the chief US diplomat continued.

“Unilateral actions taken by either party cannot be used to prejudge the outcome of negotiations. And they will not be recognised as changing the status quo."