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Israel Accelerates West Bank Land Seizures Using Archaeology Ahead of Elections

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By Noa Shpigel, Nir Hasson

First reported by Haaretz · 10 hours ago

What happened

Israel is reportedly using archaeological surveys to expedite land seizures in the West Bank ahead of elections, restricting Palestinian access and facilitating Israeli control. Critics argue this tactic is politically motivated to expand settlements and preemptively secure territory.

01Israel is accelerating West Bank land seizures using archaeology before elections.
02Archaeological surveys are used to restrict Palestinian access and development.
03Critics claim the tactic is politically motivated for settlement expansion.
04The strategy aims to secure land without overt settlement announcements.

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OrganizationsIsrael Antiquities Authority