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Life by the Border: The Cost of Crossing Divides

June 1, 2026

In a quiet town near Nablus, a 26-year-old man named Imad Haroun Ishtayeh ran a small business—just another family trying to get by. His poultry slaughterhouse kept him busy, but the West Bank’s economic crisis made it hard to survive. Even with his father relying on him, the money wasn’t enough. So

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Soldiers Reassigned After Arresting CNN Crew

April 28, 2026

An Israeli battalion that had taken a CNN crew into custody is back on duty after a month’s pause, according to a security insider. The unit belongs to the ultra‑Orthodox “Netzah Yehuda” group and has just finished a training session on ethics. Military radio says it will resume normal operations so

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New Settlement Push Adds Fuel to West Bank Tensions

April 10, 2026

Israel quietly approved 34 new West Bank outposts in early April, a move condemned by Palestinian leaders as a direct break from international rules. While the government didn’t issue a formal announcement, local media broke the news after military censors cleared the details for publication. Most o

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The Rise of Violent Settler Attacks in the West Bank

April 2, 2026

In recent months, violence by some Israeli settlers against Palestinians has grown louder and more dangerous. This trend started to notice people after the war with Iran began, but it has been building for years. Experts say that attacks have become bigger and scarier. One researcher at a s

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New Land Rules Spark Tension in West Bank

February 15, 2026

Israel’s cabinet has just passed a new plan that will let settlers buy land more easily in the West Bank, a move Palestinians say is a step toward full annexation. The decision marks the first time since 1967 that Israel has opened a formal land‑registration process for this occupied territory. T

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A New Settlement Rises in the West Bank

January 21, 2026

In the heart of the West Bank, a new Israeli settlement named Yatziv has emerged, marking a significant victory for the settler movement. This transformation from a small outpost to a fully recognized settlement happened astonishingly fast, within just a month. The area, overlooking the Palestinian

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US and Israel Clash Over West Bank Policies

December 30, 2025

In a recent meeting between US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, tensions arose over Israel's actions in the West Bank. The US expressed worries about settler violence, settlement growth, and the freezing of Palestinian tax funds. The US team, including top advis

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A Chat About the West Bank: Trump and Netanyahu's Unclear Stance

December 30, 2025

In a recent talk, Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu discussed the West Bank, but they didn't see eye to eye. They didn't share the details of their disagreement, though. Trump mentioned they had a long chat about it but didn't reveal what exactly they disagreed on. He said they'd figure it out eve

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Settlers and Land: A Clash in the West Bank

December 24, 2025

In the West Bank, small groups of settlers are making big moves. They start with a few temporary homes and grow into large communities. This growth often comes at the expense of Palestinians, who are driven off their land. The settlers use violence to take control. They set fires and throw stones. T

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Israel's Recent Moves in the West Bank: A Closer Look

December 22, 2025

In a significant move, Israel's government has given the green light for 19 new Jewish settlements in the West Bank. This decision comes from the far-right finance minister, who has been a strong advocate for expanding settlements in the region. Over the past few years, the total number of new settl