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Former Gush Katif Leader Lior Kalfa Predicts Gradual Return to Gaza Settlement Area

How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.

Former Gush Katif Leader Lior Kalfa Predicts Gradual Return to Gaza Settlement Area
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By יוני קמפינסקי

First reported by Now 14 · Jul 23, 2026

What happened

Lior Kalfa, former leader of Gush Katif settlers, reflected on the 21 years since the evacuation, emphasizing the community's nonviolent resistance and expressing optimism about a gradual return to Gaza settlements. He criticized the political use of the IDF in the evacuation and highlighted ongoing family military service amid current security challenges.

  • 01Lior Kalfa recalls the 21-year anniversary of Gush Katif evacuation and his leadership role.
  • 02Settlers chose nonviolent resistance during evacuation, avoiding confrontation with IDF soldiers.
  • 03Kalfa criticizes political decisions to use the military against Jewish settlers as wrong and harmful.
  • 04He notes his family’s continued military service on Gaza and Syrian borders amid ongoing conflict.
  • 05Kalfa is optimistic about a gradual return to Gaza settlements within several years.
  • 06He envisions Gaza as part of the western Negev and integral to Israel’s future settlement plans.

Summary translated & synthesized from the sources below by baba. Read each original for the full report.

In this story
People
OrganizationsIDF, Southern Command, Katif Center
PlacesGush Katif, Neve Dekalim, Gaza Strip, northern Samaria, western Negev, Syria

Full coverage · 2 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

Arutz ShevaRight · HebrewJul 23, 2026
Former Gush Katif Leader Lior Kalfa Predicts Gradual Return to Gaza Settlement Area
Now 14Right · HebrewJul 23, 2026
Former Gush Katif Resident Revisits Evacuation and Debate Over Gaza Settlement Return

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