Israel is racing to build 1,200 new homes in the E1 area of the West Bank, sparking global outrage as international bodies warn these illegal settlements are eroding any chance for a future Palestinian state. Under Netanyahu’s leadership, settlement construction has surged since the Gaza war began, with new roads and housing projects like Tzofim and Kochav Hashahar expanding Israeli control. The government is pouring billions into infrastructure to physically divide Palestinian communities and cement territorial dominance. Meanwhile, settler violence against Palestinians is escalating — including recent power and water cutoffs — even drawing condemnation from settlement supporters. This isn’t just about bricks and mortar; it’s a deliberate strategy to reshape the ground reality, hoping to lock in Israeli sovereignty — and potentially rewrite the region’s future before upcoming elections.

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