Israel advances E1 settlement plans before elections
Israel is rapidly moving forward with the announcement of 2,167 settlement units within the E1 project between Jerusalem and the settlement of Ma'ale Adumim, just two days before the Israeli elections scheduled for October 27, 2026. The tender schedule has been updated to open on October 25, with bidding continuing until December 21, adding to a previous tender for 1,234 units. This brings the total number of units to 3,401, which is the planned total for the project. Additionally, a date has been set for a bid in the East Atarot commercial zone in the western part of E1, scheduled for opening on November 2 and closing in January 2027, with the aim of enhancing Israeli connectivity between Ma'ale Adumim and Jerusalem at the expense of Palestinian communication. Meanwhile, the Israeli court rejected some petitions calling for the suspension of these procedures. These steps are seen as part of a consistent effort to undermine Palestinian territorial continuity and expand settlements in the area.
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