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West Bank violence surges as Gaza aid tightens amid Iran war
world18 days ago

West Bank violence surges as Gaza aid tightens amid Iran war

Amid Eid al-Fitr and a widening Iran-related conflict, West Bank Palestinians face intensified settler violence, home demolitions, and land seizures alongside road closures and movement restrictions, with symbolic police actions at Al-Aqsa. In Gaza, aid flows are severely restricted, hospitals face shortages, and casualties mount, with about 680 Palestinians killed there since the October ceasefire.

Palestinian shepherd recounts sexual assault by settlers in West Bank village
world23 days ago

Palestinian shepherd recounts sexual assault by settlers in West Bank village

A Palestinian shepherd in the West Bank village of Khirbet Humsa says masked Israeli settlers stormed the community, bound him, zip-tied his genitals, beat him, and paraded him through the village; relatives and two foreign activists corroborate the account. Israeli police say they are investigating and have arrested seven suspects, with Shin Bet involvement, amid ongoing concerns about settler violence in the occupied territories.

Family of Palestinian-American teen seeks accountability after West Bank killing
world1 month ago

Family of Palestinian-American teen seeks accountability after West Bank killing

The family of Nasrallah Abu Siyam, a 19-year-old Palestinian-American, demands accountability after he was fatally shot by an Israeli settler near Ramallah in the West Bank; the incident is part of ongoing concerns about settler violence and impunity, with the US monitoring the situation and Israel launching an operational review.

Rising Violence in West Bank as Israeli Settler Attacks Escalate
world5 months ago

Rising Violence in West Bank as Israeli Settler Attacks Escalate

Dozens of masked Israeli settlers attacked Palestinian villages in the West Bank, injuring four Palestinians and damaging property, including a major dairy factory. The violence has surged since the Gaza war, with international bodies and Israeli officials condemning the incidents, though settler violence often goes unpunished. The Israeli president condemned the recent attacks, calling for decisive action, amid broader concerns of impunity and rising violence in the region.

Violence Escalates in West Bank Amid Olive Harvest and Settler Attacks
world5 months ago

Violence Escalates in West Bank Amid Olive Harvest and Settler Attacks

A video verified by ABC News shows an elderly Palestinian woman being attacked by Israeli settlers in the West Bank, during a violent incident where settlers chased Palestinian farmers, set cars on fire, and assaulted individuals, including the woman who remains hospitalized with serious injuries. The incident highlights escalating settler violence in the region, with witnesses and journalists criticizing the lack of intervention by Israeli military forces.

Palestinian Activist Featured in Oscar-Winning Film Killed in West Bank
world8 months ago

Palestinian Activist Featured in Oscar-Winning Film Killed in West Bank

Awdah Hathaleen, a Palestinian activist involved in the Oscar-winning documentary No Other Land, was killed during an attack by Israeli settlers in the West Bank, highlighting ongoing violence and settler aggression in the region. The incident, captured on video, involved a settler firing into a crowd after a confrontation over land and water issues in Umm al-Khair. Hathaleen's death underscores the persistent lack of accountability for settler violence amid escalating tensions in the occupied territories.

US Ambassador Visits West Bank Amid Rising Attacks on Christian Communities
world8 months ago

US Ambassador Visits West Bank Amid Rising Attacks on Christian Communities

The US has labeled an attack on a Palestinian church in the West Bank as an act of terror, urging prosecution of the perpetrators, which is believed to be carried out by Israeli settlers. The incident, involving a fire near a cemetery and a 5th-century church in Taybeh, has drawn international attention amid rising violence in the region since Israel's conflict with Hamas in Gaza. The US ambassador emphasized the need for thorough investigation and accountability, amidst ongoing tensions over Israeli settlements.

American and Palestinian victims killed in West Bank settler attacks
world9 months ago

American and Palestinian victims killed in West Bank settler attacks

A 20-year-old American from Florida, Sayfollah Musallet, was allegedly beaten to death by Israeli settlers in the West Bank while trying to protect his family's land, marking him as the fifth American killed in the region since October 2023. The incident has sparked calls for investigation and justice from his family, amid ongoing tensions and violence in the area.

US Citizen Killed in West Bank Settler Attack
world9 months ago

US Citizen Killed in West Bank Settler Attack

A Palestinian-American, Sayfollah Musallet, was killed by Israeli settlers in the West Bank during an attack that also resulted in the death of another Palestinian man, Razek Hussein al-Shalabi. The incident occurred amid escalating violence by settlers against Palestinians, with the US family calling for an investigation and accountability. The Israeli military's response and the broader context of settler violence and military presence highlight ongoing tensions in the region.

Multiple Fatalities in West Bank Settler Attacks and Gaza
world9 months ago

Multiple Fatalities in West Bank Settler Attacks and Gaza

Two Palestinians, including a dual US citizen, were killed in a settler attack in the West Bank, amid increased violence following Hamas's attack on Israel. The incident involved stone-throwing, shooting, and clashes, with reports of injuries and property damage. The US and international community have expressed concern over the escalation of violence and settler attacks in the region.