The UN has expanded its list of companies linked to illegal Israeli settlement activities, adding 61 firms to bring the total to 214 businesses across 11 countries, most of them Israeli.
Key facts
- The UN added 61 more companies to its list of firms involved in illegal Israeli settlement activities.
- The list now includes 214 businesses in total.
- The companies are based across 11 countries.
- Most of the listed businesses are Israeli, according to Al Jazeera.
The United Nations has expanded its list of companies involved in illegal Israeli settlement activities, adding 61 more businesses to the database, according to Al Jazeera.
With the latest additions, the list now includes 214 businesses in total. The companies are spread across 11 countries, Al Jazeera reported.
Most of the listed businesses are Israeli, according to the report. The database catalogues firms that the UN has identified as being connected to settlement activities considered illegal under international law.
The expansion marks a significant increase in the number of companies named in the UN’s records, reflecting continued scrutiny of business ties to Israeli settlements.
Why it matters
The UN database serves as a reference point for governments, investors and advocacy groups scrutinising corporate involvement in Israeli settlements, which are widely regarded as illegal under international law. Expanding the list heightens reputational and legal attention on the named companies and the countries where they operate.
Frequently asked questions
How many companies are now on the UN list?
The list now includes 214 businesses in total after 61 more companies were added, according to Al Jazeera.
Where are the listed companies based?
The companies are based across 11 countries, with most of them being Israeli, according to Al Jazeera.
How many companies were added in this expansion?
The UN added 61 more companies to the list in this update, according to Al Jazeera.