The US Senate has blocked a measure calling for a State Department report on human rights in the West Bank, defeating the proposal in a closely watched vote. The measure had been pushed by progressive lawmakers critical of Israeli settlement policy.

Supporters of the bill argued Congress needs clear information on conditions in the occupied territory. They said a formal report would help lawmakers make informed decisions on American aid and policy in the region.

Opponents called the measure one-sided. They argued it singled out Israel while ignoring security threats faced by the country. The vote fell largely along party lines, with most Republicans and many Democrats voting against it.

The result reflects the long-standing divide in Washington over Middle East policy. Human rights groups said they were disappointed but would keep pressing for transparency. The White House did not comment on the vote. The measure would not have changed US policy on its own, but its supporters said a public report could have shifted the debate.