This episode of The Slow Newscast from The Observer, reported by Oliver Marsden, delves into the ambitions of a new generation of Israeli settlers who, backed by organizations like the Nahala movement, are camped outside Gaza with the aim of resettling the area and claiming it for the Jewish state. The report explores the historical context of settlement in the region since the 1967 Six-Day War, the motivations behind the settlers' desires, including religious convictions and security concerns, and the potential implications for Palestinians. It also highlights the increasing settler violence in the West Bank and the creeping annexation of Palestinian territories, raising concerns about the future of Gaza and the prospects for a lasting peace.
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