Yossi Dagan, head of Shomron Regional Council since 2015, is in the news for Israel’s latest settlement expansions and efforts to block Palestinian statehood.
Israel has continued to expand settlements in the West Bank, approving over 100 new or re-established sites in 2026. This includes plans to restore evacuated settlements like Sa-Nur and Ganim, with settlers crossing into Syria's Golan Heights. The moves are increasing tensions and restricting Palestinian movement.