Israel Cancels Administrative Detention for Settlers Amid Ceasefire

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz has canceled administrative detention orders for Jewish settlers in the occupied West Bank, coinciding with a ceasefire and hostage deal with Hamas. Katz's decision to release the settlers comes as part of a broader agreement that includes the release of 1,000 Palestinians from Israeli jails in exchange for Israeli captives held by Hamas. He framed the move as a message of support for the settlement community, which he claims is at the forefront of the fight against Palestinian terrorism. Critics have pointed out that this decision does not address the broader implications of settler violence against Palestinians and occurred without prior consultation with the Shin Bet intelligence agency. The announcement has sparked controversy among right-wing politicians, some of whom oppose the ceasefire. The implications of this decision highlight the ongoing tensions in Israeli-Palestinian relations and the complexities of the current political landscape.