| ID | 102531 |
| Title Proper | Israel's policy of house demolitions during the first Intifada, 1987-1993 |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Silber, Efrat |
| Publication | 2011. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | Israel's counter-terrorism policies have often aroused the anger of the Palestinians and the international community. One of the most controversial policies is the demolition and sealing of houses of families connected to a terrorist act. While there is significant media attention on this controversial policy, there have been very few academic studies examining the effectiveness of this policy. This article examines Israel's policy during the first Intifada (1987-1993), administered in accordance with section 119 (1) of the Defence Emergency Regulations of 1945 from the British Mandate government. Based on a carefully structured empirical analysis, the article concludes that the benefits of this policy do not outweigh the costs. |
| `In' analytical Note | Terrorism and Political Violence Vol. 23, No. 1; Jan-Mar 2011: p.89 - 107 |
| Journal Source | Terrorism and Political Violence Vol. 23, No. 1; Jan-Mar 2011: p.89 - 107 |
| Key Words | House Demolitions ; Intifada ; Israel ; Palestinian |