Israel Approves Major Expansion of E1 Colonial Project in Jerusalem
Israeli occupation authorities have formally approved two major colonial construction plans, 420/4/7 and 420/4/10, in the E1 zone east of occupied Jerusalem.
The plans authorize 3,426 new housing units for the illegal Israeli colony of Ma’ale Adumim, marking a significant escalation in settlement expansion.
- On August 13, 2025, Israel’s subcommittee for objections dismissed all appeals against the two plans.
- The Higher Planning Council ratified them on August 20.
- The final approval notice was published on October 21.
According to the Jerusalem Governorate, the approval follows a series of planning procedures.
Author summary: Israel expands E1 colonial project.