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  1. Bezalel Smotrich governs the disputed West Bank territory and pushes for settlement expansion in occupied territory.

Smotrich plans settlement expansion into Galilee, Negev, and West Bank

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What happened

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Bezalel Smotrich announced plans to replicate the settlement expansion model used in Judea and Samaria across the Negev and Galilee. He has previously advocated for expansion into the Galilee, West Bank, and Negev. Since the current government took office, 104 Jewish communities have been approved or retroactively legalized in Judea and Samaria.

From jpost.com, israelnationalnews.com, albawaba.net

Why it matters

Some supportBrind's analysis of the reports

The expansion plans involve the systematic 'Judaising' of geographical areas like the Galilee and Negev. This policy aims to alter the demographic and strategic landscape of the region. The accelerated settlement expansion directly impacts the viability of the West Bank as a contiguous Palestinian state.

Bezalel Smotrich governs the disputed West Bank territory and pushes for settlement expansion in occupied territory.

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Who's involved

  • Bezalel SmotrichIsraeli far-right politician who drives the expansion plan
  • West BankTerritory where Smotrich advocates for settlement expansion and annexation
  • GalileeRegion targeted for settlement expansion and 'Judaising' policies
  • NegevDesert region targeted for settlement expansion
  • Religious ZionismPolitical party linked to the expansion plans

Possible ripples

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How it developed

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  1. Smotrich criticized the High Court's ruling on ILA appointment while ILA affirmed its role in land policy across the Negev and Galilee.Sub-event
  2. Smotrich calls for expansion into Negev and Galilee using a successful model.1 source
  3. Israel is accused of implementing policies aimed at fragmenting Palestinian territory through Judaization in Galilee and maintaining control over the West Bank.1 source
  4. Government moves to de facto annex West Bank.Sub-event
  5. Smotrich proposes new communities in Galilee and the Negev as part of a larger demographic plan.1 source
  6. Smotrich demands control of the Planning Administration and allocates budgets for Samaria and Gaza envelope, referencing future conflict in Galilee.Sub-event
  7. Smotrich's party seeks control of planning and land authorities to facilitate settlement expansion.1 source
  8. Budget allocated for new settlements in occupied territory; international leaders push back against land grab.1 source
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  1. Smotrich advances revolutionary project in Israel regarding settlement expansion and sovereignty.Sub-event
  2. Smotrich plans expansion into Galilee, West Bank, and Negev.1 source
  3. Smotrich announced accelerated settlement expansion in the West Bank, isolating East Jerusalem.1 source

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