Sensemaker The Israeli settlers waiting to move in to Gaza
Oct 29, 2025
Daniel Levy, a former Israeli peace negotiator, offers insights into the controversial plans of a small group of Israeli settlers eager to move into Gaza. He discusses the implications of these settlements on peace efforts and the support from influential political movements. Levy highlights how settlers employ strategies like land confiscation and infrastructure development to secure their presence. He also warns that continued Israeli control could lead to permanent settlements, raising concerns for local Palestinians amid shifting political dynamics.
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Family Camping Ready To Enter Gaza
- Reyat Ben-Kamun and her family camp a few miles from Gaza ready to move in when possible.
- They live in a porter cabin and plan to enter Gaza with trailers once the opportunity arises.
Religious Rationale For Gaza Settlement
- Reyat frames settlement in Gaza as a religious right tied to God's promise of the land to Jews.
- She dismisses Palestinian claims and says she is not responsible for them.
Organised Support Behind Settler Plans
- The Nikala movement funds and supports settlers aiming to annex Gaza and the West Bank.
- The group was sanctioned by the UK but has political influence through sympathetic Israeli officials.