West Bank Settlements and Violence Rise
Settlement expansion and violence by settlers in the West Bank intensified during the week from August 1 to 7, 2026, amidst intense Israeli government funding for expansion plans, expansion of settlement outposts, and land legalization efforts. The report documented widespread attacks, including shootings, burning vehicles and homes, and damaging water and electricity networks. Additionally, new military orders have been issued to regulate the seizure of hundreds of dunams of Palestinian land and to expand settlements such as "Eli," "Jebat Zev," and "Gilo." Data also show that, during the first half of 2026, approximately 6,860 dunams of Palestinian land were seized or restricted in use. On the political front, the government continues to allocate hundreds of millions of shekels to fund settlement projects, alongside plans to expand housing and facilities in settlements like Gush Etzion and Beit El. These efforts aim to establish new facts on the ground and undermine the two-state solution. Meanwhile, field attacks by settlers against Palestinians continue across various areas, along with ongoing efforts to legitimize and expand settlements illegally and without regard for the international community's stance.
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