Ramallah:The Israeli occupation has announced its intention to allocate approximately 5,500 dunams of land in Tubas and Ramallah for grazing purposes.
According to Maan News Agency, the Wall and Settlement Resistance Commission revealed two announcements from the official responsible for government and abandoned properties within the Israeli occupation administration. These announcements include plans to issue two licenses for temporary grazing use, targeting a total of 5,497.74 dunams of Palestinian land in the governorates of Tubas and Ramallah and Al-Bireh. The land is classified by the occupation as "state land," and this move is seen as a means to expand control over significant land areas by allocating them for grazing.
The first announcement, linked to license number 203033143, involves approximately 4,037.6 dunams of land in the Tubas Governorate, spread across parts of natural basins 207, 216, 213, and 208. The second announcement, related to license number 203037588, targets approximately 1,460.14 dunams of land in the villages of Aboud and Al-Lubban Al-Gharbi, northwest of Ramallah. Both announcements, dated September 9, 2026, allow for objections to be filed within 30 days of publication. The documents represent a declaration of intent to grant temporary grazing permits, serving as a preliminary step towards allocation rather than final approval or determination of permit duration.
The commission highlighted the risks associated with using land allocation for grazing as a tool to extend control over Palestinian territory. This strategy could lead to the imposition of new realities on open lands and pastures, restricting citizens' access to their lands and means of livelihood. Additionally, the commission underscored the importance of monitoring these announcements and the accompanying maps as they document the mechanisms of settlement expansion. It also warned of the potential impact on Palestinian communities, agricultural and pastoral activities, and the geographical continuity of surrounding lands.