Israel Allocates $33 Million to Restore Over 70 Heritage Sites in West Bank
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First reported by Arutz Sheva · 1 day ago
What happened
Israel's Ministry of Heritage is investing 113 million shekels to restore and develop over 70 heritage sites in the West Bank, aiming to strengthen Jewish identity and improve tourism infrastructure. The plan includes archaeological excavations, preservation efforts, and enhanced visitor access, developed in cooperation with defense and civil authorities. Minister Amichai Eliyahu credited political support for securing the funding and emphasized the project's role in correcting years of neglect.
- 01Israel allocates 113 million shekels to restore 70+ heritage sites in Judea and Samaria.
- 02The plan includes archaeological digs, preservation, and visitor accessibility improvements.
- 03Funding follows prolonged negotiations with the Finance Ministry and professional bodies.
- 04Collaboration involved the Ministry of Defense, Civil Administration, and archaeology experts.
- 05Minister Eliyahu credited Minister Ben-Gvir and Otzma Yehudit for political backing.
- 06The initiative aims to strengthen Jewish identity and correct years of site neglect.
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