Tag: Settler Violence
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Israel Criticized by EU and US Amid Rising West Bank Violence and Settlement Expansion
Recent reports highlight escalating violence in the West Bank, with incidents of Israeli settlers attacking Palestinians under the gaze of Israeli forces, sparking international concern. These attacks, often carried out by groups like Hasham Yosh, have been met with impunity, raising alarms over the lack of accountability. The controversy extends to the political realm, with…
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Assessing the Impact of International Sanctions on Israeli Settler Violence in the West Bank
In the Israeli-occupied West Bank and East Jerusalem, Palestinians report an increase in violent attacks by Israeli settlers, raising concerns for their safety and future. The violence includes stone-throwing, crop destruction, and property damage, with incidents intensifying since the Hamas attacks on October 7th and subsequent war in Gaza. Despite international sanctions imposed on some…