Palestine weekly wrap: Israeli security agencies sound alarm on settlers
Summary
Israeli security officials have raised serious concerns about violence by Jewish settlers in the occupied West Bank, warning it could lead to a Palestinian uprising. Despite these warnings, settler attacks and illegal outposts continue to grow, with ongoing clashes and property demolitions reported.Key Facts
- Major-General Avi Bluth, commander of Israeli forces in the West Bank, warned that settler violence might trigger a Palestinian uprising.
- Former Mossad chief Tamir Pardo compared recent settler attacks to historic anti-Jewish violence and expressed shame.
- New illegal Jewish settler outposts have been established in Palestinian areas like Beita and Jaloud.
- Settlers have blocked roads and attacked Palestinians in multiple locations, injuring several people, including an elderly woman.
- Israeli forces demolished a large house in Deirat village that housed 25 Palestinians.
- A drunken Israeli military reservist fired on Palestinian homes near Hebron, prompting a military investigation.
- Some Israeli officials and events show support for hardline settler views and policies, including backing for the death penalty for Palestinian prisoners.
- The ongoing violence occurs despite formal warnings and concern from senior Israeli security and intelligence leaders.
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