UN lists 150 firms tied to illegal Israeli settlements

The UN's recent report identifies over 150 companies, including Airbnb and Booking.com, profiting from illegal Israeli settlements in the West Bank. The human rights office updated its database, including 158 firms linked to these settlements deemed unlawful by the International Court of Justice.

Most companies are Israeli, but multinationals from the US, Canada, and other countries are also listed. UN human rights chief Volker Turk emphasized the corporate responsibility to avoid human rights abuses in conflict zones. The report reflects escalating scrutiny of Israel's actions and highlights ongoing issues in the region.