Feb 16 β€’ 06:29 UTC πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Qatar Al Jazeera

The occupation demolishes an inhabited house in Qalqilya under the pretext of building without a permit

Israeli forces have demolished an inhabited house in Qalqilya, West Bank, citing the lack of a building permit.

Israeli occupation forces have carried out the demolition of an inhabited house in Qalqilya, located in the northern part of the West Bank. This action was reported by Al Jazeera's correspondent, who noted that the forces entered the southwestern area of the town and carried out the demolition under the pretext of the house being built without the necessary permits. The act of demolition is part of a broader pattern of actions taken by Israeli authorities that have faced significant criticism from the Palestinian community and international observers.

In conjunction with the demolition of the house, Israeli forces have issued demolition notices to the owners of approximately 9,000 homes, alleging various reasons for the demolitions. This extensive issuance of notices has raised alarms among Palestinian residents, who argue that this is part of a strategic plan to further annex land in the West Bank and displace the Palestinian populace. The notion that the demolitions are politically motivated is prevalent, as many believe they serve to strengthen Israeli control over contested areas.

The continuous demolitions in the West Bank, particularly in regions like Qalqilya, underscore the ongoing tensions surrounding land ownership and usage rights in the area. They not only affect the immediate victims but also contribute to a larger cycle of violence and resistance among Palestinians. Furthermore, international reactions to such demolitions often condemn these actions, highlighting the need for a reconsideration of the policies that lead to systematic displacement.

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