Israel 'to review' barrier route

Israeli Defence Minister Amir Peretz has ordered a review of the route of the country’s separation barrier with the West Bank to better consider Palestinians concerns, it was reported today.

Peretz, the leader of the dovish Labour Party, wants to ensure the barrier’s position is based on security considerations alone, not on an intent to expand settlements and cement Israel’s hold on disputed lands, the Israeli Haaretz newspaper said.