https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P5JHsfYCJP0
The documentary opens with an introduction on the history and current reality of the city of Hebron, one of the most controversial and divided cities in the West Bank. The narration takes us to see the settlement of Israeli families in the heart of the old city, an area predominantly inhabited by Palestinians. The atmosphere is very tense, and the footage shows the strong Israeli military control over the area, with soldiers patrolling the streets to protect the Israeli settlers.
The focus then shifts to the difficult coexistence between Palestinians and Israeli settlers, highlighting how the restrictions imposed by the Israeli army make Palestinians' daily lives increasingly difficult. Images of closed shops and streets blocked by Israeli soldiers underline the complexity of the situation. The figure of Issa Amro, a Palestinian activist who fights for the rights of his community, trying to resist the occupation in a peaceful way, is also introduced.
The narrative deepens by showing how the city of Hebron is divided into areas controlled by the Palestinian Authority and areas under full Israeli control. The documentary highlights how this division creates an environment of constant tension, with frequent clashes between Palestinian youth and the Israeli army.
The presence of extremist settler groups, who establish themselves in the Arab areas of the city and who, in many cases, appear to be protected by the army, is emphasised. The contrast between the life of the Palestinians, who suffer constant restrictions on their freedom of movement, and that of the Israeli settlers, who enjoy protection and unlimited access, is made even more evident. The Palestinians' frustration grows as their hopes for a peaceful solution seem to recede further and further.
It explores the ideology of Israeli settlers who see Hebron as a fundamental city for the Jewish people for historical and religious reasons. The leader of a settler group explains how they believe they have a right to live there and how they do not intend to leave the land, despite Palestinian resistance.
In parallel, the growing frustration of the Palestinian population living in a kind of open-air prison, with checkpoints and soldiers controlling every movement, is shown. The local population feels suffocated by the settlers' restrictions and constant provocations, increasing the risk of further conflict. Tensions increase as the settlers continue to expand their presence, with the implicit support of the Israeli state.
The last part shows how Israeli settlers are no longer just a vocal minority, but now have a strong political influence, with some holding prominent positions in the Israeli government. This has led to policies that further favour their expansion and presence in the Palestinian territories.
Hebron is again the focus of attention, with the Israeli army closing the Arab market to allow settlers to celebrate a religious holiday. This provokes anger and protests among Palestinians, who feel increasingly deprived of control over their city. The situation degenerates into violent clashes between Palestinian youths and Israeli soldiers. The documentary concludes with a sense of deep frustration on the part of the Palestinians, who feel oppressed and without any hope of a peaceful solution. Conditions are ripe for an escalation of violence, with the risk of an imminent explosion of conflict.
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