'They destroyed the future': Palestinian anger at rise in Israeli demolitions in East Jerusalem
Summary
Israel has increased demolitions of Palestinian homes in East Jerusalem, particularly in the al-Bustan area of Silwan, affecting dozens of families. Palestinians face challenges obtaining building permits, and many homes have been destroyed amid plans to build a Jewish-themed park, which is disputed internationally.Key Facts
- Around 59 Palestinian properties in the al-Bustan area of East Jerusalem have been demolished since late 2023.
- East Jerusalem was captured by Israel in the 1967 Middle East War and later annexed, a move not recognized by most countries.
- Israel plans to build a biblical-themed park called the King's Garden in al-Bustan, managed by a Jewish settler group.
- Palestinian residents say getting Israeli construction permits is nearly impossible; only 7% of housing approved in Jerusalem in 2025 was for Palestinians.
- About half of the homes in al-Bustan have been demolished, with residents sometimes demolishing their own homes to avoid steep fines.
- The Israeli government opposes Palestinian statehood and is taking steps against it, including eviction cases mostly filed by settlers.
- About 200 Palestinian households, approximately 900 people, are facing eviction cases according to the UN.
- Israeli settlements in East Jerusalem and the West Bank house around 700,000 Jewish settlers.
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