# When the West Bank explodes, it will start here

- Published: 2026-09-17T17:02:14Z
- Updated: 2026-09-23T13:05:33Z
- Section: Breaking
- Language: English (en)
- Source: Haaretz — https://www.haaretz.com/israel-news/haaretz-today/2026-09-17/ty-article/.highlight/when-the-west-bank-explodes-it-will-start-here/000001a0-afee-de67-a5a3-efee76560000
- Tags: Haaretz · Haaretz
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The far right has dreamed of an explosion in the West Bank since October 7: a crisis to exploit to permanently expel Palestinians – or worse. One settlement is a prime candidate for the provocation – or miscalculation – that could set it off

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