The ancient communities of Masafer Yatta
Once again, the threat of mass expulsion hangs over the ancient communities of Masafer Yatta. Using all tools at its disposal, from bureaucratic harassment and house demolitions to forced evictions prevention of water, the military occupation is pressing the Palestinian population out, while assisting the settlers to expand in the region. On top of all these, settlers impose terror with Once again, the threat of mass expulsion hangs over the ancient communities of Masafer Yatta.
Using all tools at its disposal, from bureaucratic harassment and house demolitions to forced evictions prevention of water, the military occupation is pressing the Palestinian population out, while assisting the settlers to expand in the region. On top of all these, settlers impose terror with impunity, stealing land, vandalizing agricultural fields and flocks, and assaulting Palestinian residents.
In face of all this, the people of Masafer Yatta cling to the land, in hope that their historic rights will be recognized and that their deep-rooted love for their ancient way of life, their culture and their history will prevail.
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