The state has informed the Supreme Court it will respond to the petition for the demolition of Amonah within a week.
Local Rabbi Yair Frank says that the nation must beseech the Almighty in order to avert the plan. Accordingly, a massive prayer service is scheduled Monday afternoon at the Western Wall with the participation of the women and children of Amonah, in addition to a great prayer assembly Tuesday in the local central synagogue. Communities across Israel are requested to add at least two Psalms to daily services.
Rabbi Frank adds, "The issue is only over PA Arab ownership of a few isolated lots, with negotiations under way. The rest of Amonah has been purchased legally by Jews, and there should be absolutely no issue of demolition."