President Joe Biden issued an executive order on Thursday that aims to punish ill-behaved Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank, where Palestinians envisage a future state. The executive order comes as a response to the escalating violence and tensions in the region. The order authorizes sanctions against Israeli settlers who have been involved in violent acts against Palestinians. It is seen as a move by the Biden administration to support the Palestinian cause and put pressure on Israel to take steps towards peace. The West Bank, which is considered occupied territory under international law, is a major flashpoint in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Israeli settlements in the West Bank have been a major source of contention, with Palestinians claiming that they hinder the possibility of a viable Palestinian state. The executive order is likely to face backlash from pro-Israel groups who oppose any measures that punish Israeli settlers. However, it is also expected to be welcomed by Palestinian activists and advocates for Palestinian rights. The order sends a strong message that the Biden administration is committed to promoting a peaceful resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and supporting the rights of Palestinians.