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Katz Vows to Keep IDF in Samaria Camps Despite High Court Order
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Defense Minister Israel Katz stated he will defy a High Court order for residents to return to Jenin, Tulkarm, and Nur Shams refugee camps, vowing to maintain a permanent IDF presence. The High Court had ruled that the state must formulate a plan for residents' return, despite security concerns. Katz argued the presence is a security necessity to prevent terrorism, citing an 80% drop in activity. He vowed to pursue this policy, even if special legislation is needed.
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- Defense Minister Israel Katz vowed to keep IDF forces in Samaria refugee camps despite a High Court ruling.
- The High Court ordered the state to plan for the return of residents to Jenin, Tulkarm, and Nur Shams camps.
- Katz cited an 80% reduction in terrorist activity in Judea and Samaria due to the IDF's presence.
- He stated the IDF presence is an operational and security necessity to prevent attacks.
- Katz indicated he would seek special Knesset legislation to maintain the IDF's position.
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