Israel forces Palestinians to demolish their own homes

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Basema Dabash and her family were forced to demolish their home in Sur Baher, occupied East Jerusalem, to avoid high fees imposed by the Israeli municipality. The family had lived under the threat of demolition since 2014, and finally had to tear down their two houses in February. Palestinians in East Jerusalem face the choice between self-demolition or paying hefty fees, as obtaining building permits is nearly impossible. The Dabash family now struggles with cramped living conditions and emotional distress. Demolitions in the area have increased significantly, with 15 self-demolitions in February alone.

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