Israeli Settlements In and Around Old City of Jerusalem

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May 21, 2025

The Israeli settlements established by extremist Jewish settler groups in the Palestinian communities in the Old City are not only illegal under international law, but are also provocative. The forcible control of settlers, their daily harassment of Palestinians, and the constant presence of private security forces contribute to the militarization of the conflict and create a scenario in which a small group of Israeli settlers controls the movement and development of the majority of the Palestinian population.

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