Israeli campaign of West Bank destruction moves on to region’s food basket
Summary
In the West Bank town of Arraba, Israeli military and settlers have been demolishing Palestinian farmland and olive groves while establishing new settlements. This has led to restrictions on land use for Palestinians and an increase in settler attacks, especially after military reoccupation of parts of the area and new settlement constructions since early 2024.Key Facts
- Israeli bulldozers and soldiers have been destroying Palestinian olive groves and farmland near Arraba.
- Israeli settlers planted flags and built new settlements, including Emek Dotan, on Palestinian land.
- The Israeli military reoccupied the Arraba military camp in March 2024.
- The new settlement Emek Dotan was officially opened in August 2024 with Israeli government officials attending.
- Palestinian farmland near Arraba has become inaccessible, with about 1.5 square kilometers affected.
- Settler attacks on Palestinian property and people have increased since October 2023.
- The mayor of Arraba reported pressure from Israeli forces to stop local protests and social media updates related to settler violence.
- Israeli settlements and outposts in the West Bank are considered illegal under international law.
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