The United Nations has officially expanded its list of companies identified as having business operations within Israeli settlements in the West Bank. According to the latest update, 61 new entities have been added to the database, bringing the total number of listed businesses to 214. These companies are reportedly based across 11 different countries, though the majority of the firms are Israeli-owned or operated.

The database, which is maintained by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, serves as a record of commercial activities that the UN considers to be in violation of international law regarding occupied territories. While the list does not impose legal sanctions or financial penalties on the companies involved, it is intended to provide transparency for investors, governments, and the public regarding the economic ties between international businesses and settlement infrastructure.

There is significant disagreement regarding the legitimacy and purpose of this list. Supporters argue that the database is a necessary tool for human rights accountability and international law compliance. Conversely, critics, including Israeli officials and various business advocacy groups, have historically characterized the list as a politically motivated effort to facilitate the Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) movement against Israel. While the UN maintains that the list is a neutral reporting mechanism, the inclusion of these firms continues to be a point of diplomatic tension between international bodies and the Israeli government.