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Israel’s Demolitions Displace Families Amid Controversial Settler Policies

2/13/2026

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On February 11, 2026, Israeli forces carried out extensive demolitions in the occupied West Bank and East Jerusalem, citing lack of building permits.
In East Jerusalem’s Al-Bustan neighborhood, walls and fences of several homes were demolished, displacing families.
Local activists say more than 1,000 demolitions have occurred since October 2023, affecting thousands of structures.
The actions follow cabinet measures easing land seizures for Jewish settlers, drawing criticism from rights groups.

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Story summary

On February 11, 2026, Israeli forces carried out extensive demolitions in the occupied West Bank and East Jerusalem, citing lack of building permits.
In East Jerusalem’s Al-Bustan neighborhood, walls and fences of several homes were demolished, displacing families.
Local activists say more than 1,000 demolitions have occurred since October 2023, affecting thousands of structures.
The actions follow cabinet measures easing land seizures for Jewish settlers, drawing criticism from rights groups.