Palestinians conduct night patrols to prevent West Bank settler attacks
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In the West Bank, Palestinians have begun organising night patrols to safeguard their communities from settler attacks, a practice that has become an essential element of local security amid rising tensions with Israeli settlers. These patrols serve as both a measure of self-defense and a symbol of resilience in the face of persistent violence.
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- Residents of Sinjil conduct nightly patrols to protect against settler attacks.
- The town has experienced violent incidents, including arson, beatings, and killings. 37s
- A barbed wire fence erected by the Israeli army has restricted movement and access to farmland. 46s
- The Palestinian Authority reports over 1,200 attacks by Israeli forces and settlers in one month. 1m 29s
- The International Court of Justice has ruled the Israeli occupation illegal and called for settlement evacuation. 1m 39s
