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First Caravans Set Up in Kadim Settlement 21 Years After Disengagement Evacuation

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First reported by Srugim · Aug 5, 2026

What happened

After 21 years since its evacuation under the 2005 Disengagement Plan, the first caravans were placed in the Kadim settlement in northern Samaria, marking the start of its reestablishment. Infrastructure work has been completed, and families mostly from central Israel are preparing to move in as part of a broader government plan to rebuild settlements in the area.

  • 01First caravans placed in Kadim settlement 21 years after 2005 evacuation.
  • 02Infrastructure works including roads and utilities completed for new residents.
  • 03Families mainly from Tel Aviv and central Israel to settle in Kadim.
  • 04Renewal part of 'Hitchabrut' plan to rebuild 19 settlements in northern Samaria.
  • 05Government decision led by Defense Minister Katz and Finance Minister Smotrich supports plan.
  • 06Samaria Regional Council head Yossi Dagan calls Kadim's return a historic moment.

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Now 14Right · HebrewAug 5, 2026
First Caravans Set Up in Kadim Settlement 21 Years After Disengagement Evacuation
SrugimRight · HebrewAug 5, 2026
First Caravans Arrive at Reestablished Kedumim Settlement in Northern Samaria After 21 Years

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