By Ali Sawafta
SEBASTIA, West Bank, June 25 (Reuters) – An Israeli bill that would extend civil control over ancient sites in the West Bank has drawn criticism from Palestinians and Israeli rights groups who say it is tantamount to annexation of occupied land and would expand Jewish settlements.
The “Heritage Authority in Judea and Samaria” bill passed one of three votes by Israel’s parliament in May, but it is unclear whether the final vote will be held before parliament disperses ahead of an election expected by October 27.
Article origin: https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/06/palestinians-decry-israeli-push-control-over-ancient-west-bank-sites
Original author: Ali SawaftaSEBASTIA
