@MichaelLatowicki 1 and 3 definitely. 2 presumably would require annexing new land and would be met with resistance that would require repelling with force, in which case all three. The key factor that must be present is seizure by force.

@BTE are you aware that most settlements are built on un-annexed land, that is, according to Israel, held in belligerent occupation and has a different set of laws than, say, Tel Aviv or Afula? Settlements are often built without formal government consent and illegal for a while, and eventually are often approved by the government. Usually, there is no shooting required, because the IDF already controls the area in question.

@MichaelLatowicki I am very much aware. That last sentence was the key, "IDF already controls the area in question". So not relevant. I am thinking something like taking back the Golan Heights or something. Seizing Palestinian homes. Or maybe just all of Syria?? Idk, shit seems pretty fucking unpredictable there right now, but Bibi is firmly in control of the coalition so he isn't backing down. The best way to end this internal fighting is to stoke the existential threats that are arguably greater and more imminent than ever before. I don't necessarily agree with this sentiment, but I think this is how Bibi thinks. He is never gonna be in this position again.

@BTE what do you mean taking back the Golan heights? those are already in Israel's control.

@MichaelLatowicki What did they return to Syria?

@BTE when?