Israel accused of weaponising archaeology at ancient West Bank sites

Israel is facing accusations of using archaeology as a tool for territorial expansion in the West Bank, with plans to expropriate large areas of land in historic Palestinian sites. The move is seen as an attempt to assert Israeli control over the region's cultural heritage and further entrench its presence in the occupied territories. Palestinian officials and activists have denounced the plans, arguing that they are a form of cultural erasure and a threat to their national identity. The expropriations are set to take place in areas of significant historical and archaeological importance, sparking concerns about the preservation of Palestinian cultural heritage.

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