Jerusalem:The Israeli occupation municipality in Jerusalem has compelled two Palestinian brothers to self-demolish their homes in the town of Sur Baher, located south of occupied Jerusalem. The demolitions were enforced under the pretext of building without a permit, as reported by local sources.

According to Palestine news & Information Agency, the 50-square-meter home belonging to Omar Ibrahim Umaira, which he shares with his wife and four children, was built in 2000. The Israeli authorities imposed fines amounting to NIS 100,000 on Umaira and required him to demolish the house within 21 days.

The second house, measuring 40 square meters and also constructed in 2000, is home to Omar's brother Shadi, his wife, and their three children.

The Jerusalem Governorate has stated that the forced demolitions are part of a broader systematic policy by the occupation authorities against Palestinians in Jerusalem. This policy results in the displacement of families, leaving them without shelter.