The Israeli-occupied West Bank has seen a worsening situation since the Hamas massacre on October 7, with frequent battles between Israeli army and militant Palestinians. Despite this, Israel is pushing ahead with settlement expansion in the area. In June, Israeli authorities declared a 12.7-square kilometer area in the Jordan Valley as “state land,” paving the way for settlement construction.
Israel Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, a key advocate for settlement expansion, sees these developments as crucial in preventing the establishment of a Palestinian state. He has significantly increased the approval of settlements since joining the government and his influence on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been evident in recent cabinet decisions that have favored settlement expansion.
However, Smotrich’s efforts have garnered both support and opposition, with some viewing it as essential for Israel’s security while others criticize it as a violation of international law. Defense Minister Joav Gallant has made it easier for settlers to access certain areas, demonstrating broader government support for settlement growth. While the settler movement faces international backlash and legal challenges, figures like Smotrich remain committed to establishing a permanent Israeli presence in the West Bank.
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