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Israel approves compensation for settlers

JERUSALEM, SEPT. 14 . Israel's Cabinet today approved a range of proposals governing evacuation and compensation of settlers under the Prime Minister, Ariel Sharon's disengagement plan, paving the way for advance payments to those who voluntarily leave their homes in Gaza Strip.

The approval marked an important accomplishment for Mr. Sharon, whose ruling Likud Party is bitterly divided over the withdrawal plan. Mr. Sharon has previously lost two party votes over his plan.

The proposals are based on recommendations of a panel appointed by Mr. Sharon and headed by the director-general of the Justice Ministry.

Under the compensation plan, families would receive $200,000 to $500,000, based on the value of lost homes and property and time spent in their settlements. The advances would amount to about one-third of the total. — PTI

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