The issue of Israeli settlers taking over Palestinian lands - International law

The issue of Israeli settlers taking over Palestinian lands is a central and contentious aspect of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. This phenomenon dates back to the early days of Israeli statehood but has intensified significantly in recent decades, particularly in the occupied West Bank.

Expansion of Settlements: Israeli settlements are civilian communities established by Israel on land occupied during the 1967 Six-Day War, including the West Bank, East Jerusalem, and the Golan Heights. These settlements are illegal under international law, as affirmed by numerous United Nations resolutions, including UN Security Council Resolution 2334. Despite this, Israel has continued to expand existing settlements and establish new ones, resulting in the confiscation of Palestinian land and the displacement of Palestinian communities.