AFP - The News / wire stories: "The announcement of the new homes came just days after US President George W. Bush warned Sharon against any expansion of settlements and was swiftly followed by an agitated response from Washington.
'Israel should not expand settlements,' said White House spokesman Scott McClellan of the planned construction work at Elkana. 'We will be seeking clarification from the government of Israel.'
He recalled that the internationally drafted roadmap peace plan launched in 2003 required Israel to halt settlement expansion.
'The roadmap has obligations for both parties. Israel should not be expanding settlements, and the Palestinian leaders need to act to dismantle terrorist organizations.'"
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