Your Opinion: Israeli annexation

Dear Editor:

I am fascinated about Israeli annexation of privately held Palestinian land. This appears to resemble eminent domain. Compensation is being offered. The process is not voluntary.

It would look better for Israel if some sort of hearing process were involved. There might be a chance to contest the aquisition.

There are some fine points to consider here. Will the land be owned by Israel, or will the land be owned by private parties?

Also, to be considered, are Ottorman-era land-ownership policies. There may be precedents involved.

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