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Ahead of October 7, KKL-JNF declared the Nova festival site in Re'im Forest a strict memorial zone, banning parties, camping, and barbecues to honor the 378 victims.

Kibbutz Nahal Oz, heavily damaged during the October 7 attacks, has inaugurated the new 'Shadot' residential neighborhood. Built with KKL-JNF support, the project aims to rebuild the community and welcome new families.

The KKL-JNF board of directors has approved a 190 million NIS investment package for environmental, infrastructure, and community development projects in the South. Chairman Eyal Ostrinsky emphasized that strengthening the region is a top national priority.

The KKL-JNF Board of Directors approved granting preference to businesses from the Western Negev and the northern confrontation line settlements in all of the organization's tenders. Suppliers with at least 60% of their operations in the eligible areas will enjoy a 15% preference in the price component. The decision will be in effect for three years and will apply to contracts worth hundreds of...

The Likud party has appealed to the State Comptroller, claiming that the public support of KKL-JNF Chairman Eyal Ostrinsky for Gadi Eisenkot and the "Yashar!" party constitutes an "illegal contribution" by KKL-JNF to the election campaign. Ostrinsky strongly rejected the claims, arguing that it is "one of the most baseless and delusional claims I have ever encountered."

Nearly 900 million shekels will be invested over three years in programs for infrastructure, housing, and education in Israel's North. This follows nearly a billion shekels already approved earlier this year. KKL-JNF Chairman Eyal Ostrinsky stated that the organization provides immediate funding where state processes are often delayed.

Piles of construction waste were discovered in the Nakhshon Forest. KKL-JNF officials warn of soil contamination and wildfire risks. A new waste management law will not take effect for another 18 months, leaving the area vulnerable.