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Israeli Police Demolish Palestinian Home in Sheikh Jarrah

JAN 19 2022·Updated JAN 4 2023

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Israeli Police Demolish Palestinian Home in Sheikh Jarrah

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The Facts

Israeli police raided and demolished the home of a Palestinian family in the sensitive Sheikh Jarrah neighborhood of East Jerusalem on Wednesday night.
The Guardian
The operation began on Monday but faced resistance from the family and supporters, who took to the roof and threatened self-immolation.
NBC
The demolition came after months of legal disputes going up to the Israeli Supreme Court, which have been the center of protests, violence and international attention.
NBC
The Salhiyeh family were forcibly removed and are now homeless.
Independent
18 activists were arrested and charged for alleged "suspicion of violating a court order, violent fortification and disturbing public order."
Independent

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The Spin

Establishment-critical narrative

This is a war crime and violation of international law, stemming from vengefulness. The special needs school is simply a pretext for creating a Jewish majority in the disputed territory.

Al Jazeera

Pro-establishment narrative

The house was built illegally and was demolished following a court order. The school and sports fields that will replace it will benefit the Arab community.

The Times of Israel