Hebron: Israeli occupation forces have declared the Palestinian village of Khirbet Khallet al-Dabaa in Masafer Yatta, located south of Hebron, a 'closed military zone'. This declaration took place on Sunday, resulting in the forcible removal of both residents and international solidarity activists from the area.
According to Palestine News and Information Agency - WAFA, local activist Osama Makhamra reported that soldiers entered the village, forcibly expelling civilians and international supporters. The soldiers also requested a list of names of all village residents. Makhamra highlighted that this military order is part of a broader campaign aimed at Judaizing the area and expanding Israeli colonial control over Palestinian land. He expressed concern that residents are subjected to daily harassment, violence, and restrictions as part of an Israeli strategy to displace them from their homes.
In recent months, efforts by Israeli forces in Masafer Yatta have intensified, involving activities such as photographing homes, conducting population surveys, and restricting access to international observers. These measures are seen as attempts to prevent the documentation of violations and to facilitate the expansion of settlements in the area.
