Settlements

Some religious-Zionists see Gaza as a holy war

It’s a vision starkly at odds with Israel’s mainstream, even as the country’s political center has shifted discernibly to the Right in recent years.

By KATE LINTHICUM
15/03/2024

Galilee Strengthened: Hundreds of apartments planned in two settlements

The National Council for Planning and Construction unanimously decides to enhance Levon and Harashim settlements in Galilee, potentially doubling residences.

EU: Israel stoking tensions by authorizing plans for 3,500 settler homes

The European Union told Israel to “reverse” the decision, reiterating, “Settlements are illegal under international law and constitute an obstacle to peace, as they threaten the two-state solution."

5 more years elections: New Israeli settlement awaits families

On a pivotal Election Day, Israel unveils plans for 'Mishmar Yehuda', a settlement meant to expand Gush Etzion near Kidar, reinforcing the region's Jewish presence.

Israeli plan to expand settlements helped trigger US shift in language

Despite US pressure against reoccupying Gaza, Netanyahu has repeatedly said Israel will maintain security over the densely populated enclave once the war ends.

By REUTERS
28/02/2024

Settlements in the spotlight: Deep West Bank divides revealed

The expansion of West Bank settlements escalates tensions between Israel and the US, posing significant hurdles to peace efforts in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

By KEREN SETTON/THE MEDIA LINE
26/02/2024

Israel should build in the West Bank, even amid tensions and war

The world will always object to the Jewish development of Judea and Samaria, but that shouldn’t halt the State of Israel’s growth. The time is always right for Israel to build and grow.

By ALIZA PILICHOWSKI
25/02/2024
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meet in Jerusalem, October 1

US reverses Pompeo doctrine, says West Bank settlements illegal

Pompeo posted on X in response that “Judea and Samaria are rightful parts of the Jewish homeland, and Israelis have a right to live there.”

Blinken, Kirby 'disappointed' in Israel's approval for thousands of new West Bank homes

Israel intends to advance plans for 3,000 new settler homes in the aftermath of the West Bank terror attack next to a checkpoint heading into Jerusalem.

A general view of houses in the Israeli settlement of Maale Adumim in the West Bank

Israel to advance plans for 3,000 settler homes after terror attack

Ma’aleh Adumim, located next to the site of Thursday's attack, is due to receive authorization for the construction of an additional 2,350 housing units. 

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