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Israel Considers Applying Israeli Law to Ma'ale Adumim, Ariel and Gush Etzion, Home to Large Jewish Populations


(Times of Israel) Shalom Yerushalmi - Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will initially announce the application of Israeli law to three West Bank blocs, top Israeli officials have said. They said Netanyahu will focus on the blocs of Ma'ale Adumim, Ariel and Gush Etzion, home to large Jewish populations. Israelis believe there is relative consensus, domestically and in Washington, around Israel holding onto the three areas. The areas are relatively well-defined and would not require much mapping work. Officials believe initially focusing on the blocs would avoid some friction with Jordan.
2020-06-10 00:00:00
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