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Israel is likely to announce new plans for construction in Jewish settlements next week, an official said Wednesday, a move that is likely to set off an international uproar and threaten peace talks with the Palestinians. The timing of the announcement would coincide with the release of a group of Palestinian prisoners. The official spoke on the condition of anonymity. Israel’s Channel 2 TV said Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu planned to announce “massive construction” next week. Channel 10 TV spoke of 1,000 to 2,000 new homes. Both reports cited anonymous officials close to the prime minister. Israeli construction in the West Bank and East Jerusalem, captured territories claimed by the Palestinians as parts of a future state, has been a major source of tension in peace efforts. Israel is likely to announce new plans for construction in Jewish settlements next week, an official said Wednesday, a move that is likely to set off an international uproar and threaten peace talks with the Palestinians. The timing of the announcement would coincide with the release of a group of Palestinian prisoners. The official spoke on the condition of anonymity. Israel’s Channel 2 TV said Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu planned to announce “massive construction” next week. Channel 10 TV spoke of 1,000 to 2,000 new homes. Both reports cited anonymous officials close to the prime minister.