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<p>I discussed the threat of forcible transfer with the Susiya Bedouin community during
my visit there in August 2017.The Israeli authorities have stated their plan to imminently
demolish around a third of structures in Susiya, including two clinics, which would
stand to affect all residents. Demolitions of Palestinian homes and buildings cause
unnecessary suffering to ordinary Palestinians, are harmful to the peace process and,
in most circumstances, are contrary to international humanitarian law. A clear, transparent
route to construction for Palestinians in Area C is needed to prevent continued demolitions.
According to the World Bank, the removal of the Israeli restrictions on Area C, including
restrictions on construction, could result in the West Bank economy being 33% larger
by 2025 than it would otherwise be. Officials have repeatedly raised our concerns
about proposed demolitions in Susiya with Israeli ministers, including in a joint
demarche with European partners on 2 November 2017.</p>
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