Event Brief
Microsoft removes Israeli names for occupied West Bank
Filed: Apr 28, 2026 at 11:03 PM ET
Summary: Microsoft removed Israeli designations from digital maps of the occupied West Bank and added Palestinian geographical names.
WHO: Microsoft
WHAT: Microsoft updated its digital maps to remove Israeli designations and include Palestinian geographical names.
WHEN: Apr 28, 2026 at 10:29 PM ET
WHERE: Occupied West Bank
WHY: It said the changes were made in accordance with international law.
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