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IDF begins work on Jordan Valley security berm, carving scar through Palestinian farms

יול 16, 2026 ·  Source: The Times of Israel 86Objectivity score86/100

IDF begins work on Jordan Valley security berm, carving scar through Palestinian farms

Barrier consisting of patrol road and natural obstacle meant to stop smuggling and terror, but locals say it is cutting them off from productive land and could cause $200 million in annual losses

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The IDF has begun constructing a security barrier in the northern Jordan Valley, impacting Palestinian farmlands. The project, announced in December and dubbed "Scarlet Thread," aims to prevent weapons smuggling and terror attacks by creating a patrol road, a "natural obstacle," and, where necessary, trenches and earthen embankments. The barrier, stretching approximately 20 kilometers, involves seizure orders for 1,160 dunams (287 acres), with over 85% being privately owned Palestinian land. Farmers like Thaer Basharat report immediate disruptions, including severed water lines and confiscated vehicles, stating, "But this isn’t a military road — it’s a takeover of the land." The High Court of Justice allowed work to commence despite a petition from 100 Palestinians and local municipalities, which argues the barrier will cause extensive harm and an estimated $200 million in losses for growers. Critics contend the barrier's true purpose is to sever Palestinians from their land, with concerns that areas like Khirbet Yarza will be completely encircled, making life difficult for residents.

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