Shliomis

Shliomis is a term used in the context of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict to describe a type of settlement in the West Bank. The term is a portmanteau of the words "shloshim" (Hebrew for "thirty") and "mis" (Hebrew for "village"), referring to the fact that these settlements were established in the 1970s, during the period of Israeli occupation of the West Bank. Shliomis settlements are typically located in the Jordan Valley and are characterized by their small size and low population density. They are often seen as a way for Israeli settlers to maintain a presence in the West Bank without the legal and political implications of larger settlements. The status of Shliomis settlements is a contentious issue in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, with Israelis arguing that they are legitimate settlements and Palestinians viewing them as illegal outposts. The United Nations and other international bodies have generally recognized Shliomis settlements as illegal under international law.