In the West Bank, small groups of settlers are making big moves. They start with a few temporary homes and grow into large communities. This growth often comes at the expense of Palestinians, who are driven off their land. The settlers use violence to take control. They set fires and throw stones. T
In a significant move, Israel's government has given the green light for 19 new Jewish settlements in the West Bank. This decision comes from the far-right finance minister, who has been a strong advocate for expanding settlements in the region. Over the past few years, the total number of new settl
The Israeli government has given the green light for 19 new Jewish settlements in the West Bank, a move that has stirred up a lot of controversy. This decision is part of a larger trend of expanding settlements in the area, with a total of 69 new ones approved in recent years. The latest approval br
In the West Bank, violence and displacement are on the rise, particularly during the olive harvest season. On October 10, Palestinians in Beita were attacked while picking olives, resulting in 20 injuries. Just nine days later, a 53-year-old woman was beaten unconscious by a masked settler in Turmus
In a surprising move, Israel’s new finance minister, Bezalel Smotrich, has directed his department to get ready for the annexation of settlements in the West Bank. Smotrich, who oversees settlements, made this announcement on Monday, stating that his team should prepare to apply Israeli law to these
