An-Najah News - Seventeen US churches and Christian agencies said that they have sent a letter to US President-Elect Joe Biden, calling him to reconnect with the Palestinian Authority and to ensure accountability for Israel.

"No meaningful change can occur without respectful and direct engagement with Palestinians," said the letter.

The letter called the new US administration to reiterate the U.S. position that territory controlled by Israel as a result of the 1967 war, including East Jerusalem and the Golan Heights, are occupied territories subject to international law and are not recognized parts of Israel. And ask the new administration reiterate a commitment to international law by making it clear that U.S. policy does not recognize illegal Israeli settlements. 

It has also called for ensuring that all parties are respected and included in negotiations towards a just and lasting peace based on international law.