Jerusalem: Israeli occupation authorities on Wednesday issued a demolition order against a residential building in the Al-Sawwana neighborhood of occupied Jerusalem. The building is home to 17 Palestinian families.
According to Palestine News and Information Agency - WAFA, Israeli forces raided the vicinity of the building and delivered a final demolition order to its residents, granting them until this Saturday, July 26, to vacate the premises. The impending demolition threatens to forcibly displace 17 families, leaving approximately 100 individuals without shelter.
The building, which was constructed in 1998, has been under threat of demolition since 2003 due to claims of lacking an Israeli-issued permit. Over the years, residents have incurred significant financial penalties through fines imposed by the Israeli municipality.
Among those residing in the building is the family of Sheikh Ekrima Sabri, who serves as the preacher of Al-Aqsa Mosque and the head of the Higher Islamic Council.
