It issues permits for the construction of new housing projects . ` ` The permits are for Palestinians to bid on contracts to build projects , '' spokesman says . Palestinian officials say the announcement is a ` ` slap in the face ''
It issues tenders for the building of 1,877 settlement units . `` The notices are for builders to bid on contracts to construct projects , '' spokesman says . Palestinian officials say the announcement is a `` slap in the face ''