The Rajabi family was forced to demolish their house in Beit Hanina, Jerusalem, after the Israeli authorities imposed a fine of 60,000 shekels, leaving the family of seven, including five children, without shelter. Palestinians in Jerusalem are often forced to demolish their homes under the pretext of building without permits issued by Israel. The UN says restrictive planning policies make it very difficult for Palestinians to obtain permits, leaving many at risk of displacement. Families who refuse to carry out demolition orders may face the destruction of their homes by Israeli forces and significantly higher costs.

The Rajabi family was forced to demolish their house in Beit Hanina, Jerusalem, after the Israeli authorities imposed a fine of 60,000 shekels, leaving the family of seven, including five children, without shelter. Palestinians in Jerusalem are often forced to demolish their homes under the pretext of building without permits issued by Israel. The UN says restrictive planning policies make it very difficult for Palestinians to obtain permits, leaving many at risk of displacement. Families who refuse to carry out demolition orders may face the destruction of their homes by Israeli forces and significantly higher costs.