In the West Bank, the situation has once again escalated. In the Palestinian village of Al-Mughayir, with the help of heavy machinery and bulldozers sent by Israel, hundreds of trees were uprooted and destroyed. According to information published by Arab News, a significant part of the cut trees were olive trees — they play a major role in the region’s economy and in the livelihood of the population, as well as carrying historical and cultural importance.
According to the head of the local agricultural association, such actions are not limited only to harming nature. In fact, they are aimed at driving Palestinians out of the occupied lands and putting heavy pressure on village communities. He stressed that olive groves are not only an economic resource but also a national heritage passed down from generation to generation.
At the same time, representatives of the Israeli Defense Forces justified these actions, describing them as security measures and counter-terrorism operations. According to them, in some areas the groves may be used as a hidden shelter for “illegal activity.”
However, the local population completely rejects such explanations. In their words, the destroyed olive trees had long served as the main source of income for hundreds of families. Now, the loss of these orchards is both a severe economic blow and a spiritual deprivation for the villagers.
Experts emphasize that such a situation further aggravates tensions in the region. The destruction of olive trees may undermine the lifestyle and economic stability of the entire village.
The incident in Al-Mughayir village once again demonstrated how deep the Palestinian–Israeli conflict is, and that it brings not only political but also ecological and social consequences.
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