Israel threatens to seize Solomon’s Pools from Palestinians
Solomon’s Pools provides much needed recreation and respite for Palestinians from the restrictions they face through the brutal occupation. Of course, even this is unacceptable to Israel.It is important to note that the ancient pools are in Area A under the Oslo agreements and should be under full Palestinian Authority control and, in the past, Israel has forbidden its own citizens from entering Area A (which compromises a mere 18% of the West Bank*)The likely take over of these Pools…
Israel is reportedly threatening to seize Solomon's Pools, an ancient recreational site near Bethlehem, from Palestinian control. The pools are located in Area A of the West Bank, which, according to the Oslo agreements, should be under full Palestinian Authority (PA) control. The article states that Israel has previously prohibited its own citizens from entering Area A. This potential takeover is presented as further evidence of Israeli intentions to control all of Palestine, amid increasing incursions into Areas A and B, and settler attacks. The author calls for international action and sanctions against Israel to ensure compliance with international law.
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