Regavim
Regavim is an Israeli non-governmental organization dedicated to preserving Israel’s national lands and resources through legal and public action against illegal construction and land seizure.
Regavim is a prominent Israeli research and advocacy organization that focuses on land use policy, sovereignty, and the rule of law. Established to ensure the protection of state-owned lands, the movement monitors and documents illegal construction and land development across Israel, with a particular emphasis on Judea and Samaria, the Galilee, and the Negev. The organization operates on the principle that land is a strategic national asset, and its unauthorized seizure by adversarial elements constitutes a threat to Israeli sovereignty and security.
The movement is well-known for its legal department, which frequently petitions the High Court of Justice to compel the state to enforce demolition orders against illegal structures, particularly those funded by foreign entities or built by Palestinian and Bedouin populations in violation of zoning laws. Regavim argues that selective enforcement of land laws undermines the state's authority and creates irreversible facts on the ground that could dictate future borders or security arrangements.
In recent years, Regavim has expanded its focus to include the broader issue of governance in the Negev. The organization warns that the proliferation of illegal Bedouin outposts, coupled with rising nationalist radicalization and weapons smuggling, has created an "extraterritorial" reality where Israeli law is difficult to enforce. Following the foiling of terror cells within these communities, Regavim has called for a comprehensive strategic response that combines strict law enforcement with the restoration of state control over open spaces. By providing data-driven reports and satellite imagery, Regavim serves as a key resource for policymakers and the public in understanding the complexities of Israel's territorial integrity.