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Residents filed unaddressed complaints. All got responses like "offender unknown" or "lack of evidence."
In January 2010, authorities ruled al-Qaws Spring used by residents an archeological site. The area was declared a closed military area. Palestinians were denied access.
In February 2010, land owners and residents of a-Nabi Saleh and Deir Nidham petitioned Israel's High Court of Justice to no avail.
Henceforth, they lost access to their own land. At the same time, settlers built on it, planted trees, installed irrigation systems, besides other development activities. They have free access. Palestinians don't.
Demonstrations
On December 15, 2009, the Popular Committee for Opposition to the Fence and Settlements began holding weekly demonstrations, following Friday prayers. Other nearby village residents joined them.
At issue is lawless land theft. Demonstrators act peacefully. Security forces disrupt them violently. Confrontations at times last hours.
Security forces also enter a-Nabi Saleh other times, including night raids to make arrests. Dozens have been affected, including children.
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