Ramallah: The Israeli army has issued a new military order to remove tree cover across 35 dunams of land in Kafr Malik, east of Ramallah. Jihad al-Qaq, an activist in the town, reported that the targeted lands are clearly marked on attached maps in red and include agricultural land belonging to local residents. The order allows for the removal of vegetation and the uprooting of trees, including olive trees, as part of the planned measures.
According to Palestine News and Information Agency - WAFA, the order grants the occupation army the authority to carry out the work within a short timeframe, while allowing affected landowners only 24 hours from the date of the field visit to submit their objections through the Liaison and Coordination Directorate. The instructions take effect immediately upon issuance and were signed on Sunday by the commander of the occupation army forces.
Al-Qaq affirmed that more than 10 families will be affected by this arbitrary measure, which targets agricultural land and the rights of its owners under security pretexts. He added that the village council, in cooperation with the landowners, is proceeding with legal action and appealing the decision.
