Israeli settlers

Oscar-Winning Director Attacked, Arrested by Israeli Forces After Settler Assault

Following the Oscars win for their documentary “No Other Land,” which details the struggle of Masafer Yatta residents against Israeli demolitions, co-director Hamdan Ballal was beaten by Israeli settlers in the West Bank and subsequently detained by the Israeli military. Witnesses reported numerous settlers, some armed and masked, attacked the village, with soldiers present. The Israeli military claims the Palestinians were arrested for throwing rocks, a claim disputed by witnesses. This incident is viewed by some as retaliatory, highlighting the ongoing conflict and tensions surrounding the film’s subject matter.

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‘Total outrage’: White House condemns Israeli settlers’ attack on Gaza aid trucks

I am absolutely outraged by the recent attack on Gaza aid trucks by Israeli settlers. It is incredibly despicable to think that anyone would try to prevent innocent people from receiving the aid they so desperately need for survival. The fact that this is happening due to the actions of Israeli settlers is even more infuriating.

It is clear that the settlers are behaving like terrorists, and it is time for the US government to take a stand. The White House’s condemnation of this attack is a step in the right direction, but more needs to be done. The US should halt all aid to Israel until they deal with these settlers who have continuously been obstructing the path to a two-state solution by expanding further into the West Bank.… Continue reading