Has there been more violence in the West Bank?
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Violence in the West Bank has increased, with a surge in attacks by Israeli settlers against Palestinians and deadly incidents involving both settlers and Israeli forces. Human rights groups and the UN report that Israeli authorities often do not intervene effectively. Recent weeks have seen property damage, arson, and fatal attacks, with hundreds of settler attacks recorded in October alone. Tensions remain high despite a Gaza ceasefire.
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- Video shows cars engulfed in flames at Huwara in the occupied West Bank after reported settler attacks.
- Palestinians reported Israeli settlers attacked several communities near Nablus, setting fire to property. 6s
- The Israeli military responded to reports of settler violence but found no suspects. 40s
- Prime Minister Netanyahu pledged to bring Israelis involved in attacks on Palestinians to justice. 54s
- Israeli forces shot and killed two Palestinian teenagers during an overnight raid in Kfar Aqab near Ramallah. 1m 14s
References
CBC News
3 days agoWest Bank sees rise in settler violence
The West Bank has seen a rise in violence by Jewish settlers against Palestinians, including property damage near Bethlehem and attacks on homes. Human rights groups and the UN state Israeli authorities often turn a blind eye to settler violence.
