Bedouin Housing Crisis 2025

Bedouin Housing Rights Under Scrutiny in Israel

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On June 3, 2025, the Netanyahu government's actions have significantly impacted the housing and rights of Bedouin citizens. The government has left hundreds of Bedouin individuals, including children, elderly people, and those with disabilities or chronic illnesses, without proper housing. Some have been living in tents for extended periods, while others have struggled to rent apartments. The situation has escalated with the demolition of the unrecognized village of Qasr al-Sir, which is home to approximately 3,000 residents. The state has begun to gradually demolish this village to expand the adjacent town of Segev Shalom, also known as Shaqib al-Salam. Two neighborhoods within Qasr al-Sir have already been razed, and the demolition is expected to continue. The Bedouin housing crisis has been ongoing, with the government's policies leading to the displacement of numerous families. The demolitions and lack of adequate housing solutions have exacerbated the challenges faced by the Bedouin community, highlighting the urgent need for sustainable housing and legal recognition of their villages. The ongoing demolitions and the lack of alternative housing options have left many Bedouin citizens in a state of uncertainty and hardship.

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