Israel approves $37 million plan to develop over 70 heritage sites in occupied West Bank

The Israeli government claims that the move will preserve Jewish heritage, while Palestinians and rights groups view it as another step towards consolidating Israeli control over the territory.

New Delhi: Israel has approved an allocation of $37 million to develop more than 70 historical and archaeological sites across the occupied West Bank, a move the government says will preserve Jewish heritage but which Palestinians and rights groups view as another step towards consolidating Israeli control over the territory.

Funding targets dozens of archaeological and heritage sites

The funding package, announced by........

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