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Israeli Forces' Largest 2025 Demolition Displaces 100 Residents
12/22/2025
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Story summary
- On December 22, 2025, Israeli forces demolished a residential building in Silwan, displacing about 100 residents, including women and children.
- Palestinian officials condemned the demolition as part of a systematic policy of displacement.
- Activists say it was the largest demolition of 2025.
- Israeli authorities say the building lacked a permit and was slated for demolition under a 2014 court order.