Palestinian children return to school under threat of Israel demolition
Summary
Children in Masafer Yatta, a village in the southern West Bank, are returning to school after Israeli forces demolished parts of their only school building. The demolitions were carried out because the structures lacked Israeli-issued building permits, which are very difficult for Palestinians to get in this area controlled by Israel. The whole school faces further demolition threats, creating uncertainty and fear among students and local officials.Key Facts
- Israeli forces demolished two administrative rooms and a storage room at Shaab al-Butum school on August 4.
- Israel says the demolished structures were built without permits, but Palestinians find it nearly impossible to get these permits in Area C of the West Bank.
- A court case concerning the school’s potential full demolition is set for September 15.
- Masafer Yatta was declared an Israeli military firing zone in the 1980s, leading to ongoing pressure on Palestinians to leave.
- Local officials say all seven schools in Masafer Yatta are now under threat of demolition.
- Palestinian children and residents experience fear due to demolitions, settler violence, and attacks on schools.
- Settlers have attacked staff and students before, showing schools are vulnerable to violence.
- The demolitions and violence affect education, housing, freedom of movement, and livelihoods of Palestinians in the area.
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