A Palestinian neighborhood in East Jerusalem
Since Monday, Israeli authorities have demolished homes in Umm Numaila and Abu Quraynat, reflecting a wider pattern of home demolitions in unrecognized Bedouin villages across the Negev as authorities press for building permits. The moves are part of a broader legal and political struggle over land and recognition in Israel’s southern desert.
The cable car project for Jerusalem, approved in 2019 and upheld by the High Court in 2022, is accelerating again as the Jerusalem Development Authority moves to publish a tender after several international firms withdrew over political concerns. Critics warn the route threatens Palestinian homes and heritage, while supporters say it offers a low-impact transport solution for up to 3,000 visitors per hour.