Etz Efraim Explained

Etz Efraim
Foundation:1985
Founded By:Shkhunot BeYosh members
District:js
Council:Shomron
Popyear:2021
Population:2,519
Pushpin Map:Israel shomron
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Coordinates:32.1189°N 35.0467°W

Etz Efraim (Hebrew: עֵץ אֶפְרַיִם||Tree of Ephraim) is a mixed (religious and nonreligious) Israeli settlement in the West Bank. Located between Ariel and Rosh HaAyin, it falls under the jurisdiction of Shomron Regional Council. In 2021 it had a population of 2,519.[1]

The international community considers Israeli settlements in the West Bank illegal under international law, but the Israeli government disputes this.[2]

Etymology

The settlement was named for the Tribe of Ephraim, whose territory was in the area.[3]

See also

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Regional Statistics. Israel Central Bureau of Statistics. 22 February 2023.
  2. Web site: The Geneva Convention . . 10 December 2009 . 27 November 2010 .
  3. http://www.homee.co.il/%D7%A2%D7%A5-%D7%90%D7%A4%D7%A8%D7%99%D7%9D/ About Etz Efraim